16 nursing jobs found in Norwalk, CT

Manages the nursing unit ensuring that it functions properly and safely. Reviews and performs staffing allocation for all nursing personnel on assigned units. Performance Standards: • Calls the unit to identify staff present • Allocate staff based on unit par levels.  Performs unit rounds, identifies, investigates and resolves problems, informing appropriate levels of management when necessary. Performance Standards: • Performs unit rounds at the beginning and end of shifts and as needed. • Investigate and resolve any issues identified. • Notify appropriate management as needed.  Responds to patient/resident/family concerns, issues or complaints. Performance Standards: • Accidents/Incidents are documented in the Occurrence Report, and recommendations are made for corrective action. • Notifies D.N.S. and Security of alleged abuse • Participates in investigation • Gathers necessary documentation for NYS DOH and internal investigations  Communicates resident clinical...

Responsibilities The primary purpose of the Unit Clerk position is to be responsible for the management of clerical tasks and activities and coordination of unit/service area communication and information. This role supports the care teams, provides communication between departments and maintains an organized, functional desk/station. The competent functioning of the Unit Clerk is evident by meticulously maintained patient charts. Clear, respectful and efficient communication with patient/families, physicians, departments and unit staff, as well as a neat, organized station/desk.   Qualifications High School Diploma or GED/College Degree/Courses preferred. One (1) year of experience in general clerical duties is required. Medical terminology course is desirable. PC literacy required. Effective interpersonal skills. Basic computer skills. Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks simultaneously.   University Hospital offers...

The Clinical Assistant is responsible for direct care provided to patients and for contributing to efficient operations in the patient care environment. Direct patient care activities include, but are not limited to, obtaining vital signs, meeting the comfort needs of patients, drawing and collecting blood & other samples and assisting nursing/medical staff in performing invasive procedures, such as bone marrow aspirates. Indirect patient care activities include those that support clinic operations such as ordering and stocking clinical supplies and patient education materials, cleaning patient care areas and infusion room, transporting patients and specimens as needed, and monitoring the environment of care. Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an...

Our groundbreaking hospice and palliative care programs offer a broad range of services in the community or facility-based to help patients and their families ease the burden of managing a life-limiting illness or end of life care. The On Call RN Supervisor provides leadership, support, and guidance to Call Center staff for clinical/non clinical issues and situations. The Supervisor elevates complex issues to Team Manager, AOC or Hospice MD on call.  The RN Supervisor also provides quality professional telephonic intervention to patients based on the Plan of Care. Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing, BSN or BS degree preferred Three years of Hospice nursing experience Supervisory or leadership experience preferred 2-5 years Hospice experience/On Call required New York State RN licensure NYS valid license preferred Current CHPN certification preferred

Our groundbreaking hospice and palliative care programs offer a broad range of services in the community or facility-based to help patients and their families ease the burden of managing a life-limiting illness or end of life care. The On Call RN Supervisor provides leadership, support, and guidance to Call Center staff for clinical/non clinical issues and situations. The Supervisor elevates complex issues to Team Manager, AOC or Hospice MD on call.  The RN Supervisor also provides quality professional telephonic intervention to patients based on the Plan of Care. Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing, BSN or BS degree preferred Three years of Hospice nursing experience Supervisory or leadership experience preferred 2-5 years Hospice experience/On Call required New York State RN licensure NYS valid license preferred Current CHPN certification preferred

Our groundbreaking hospice and palliative care programs offer a broad range of services in the community or facility-based to help patients and their families ease the burden of managing a life-limiting illness or end of life care. The On Call RN Supervisor provides leadership, support, and guidance to Call Center staff for clinical/non clinical issues and situations. The Supervisor elevates complex issues to Team Manager, AOC or Hospice MD on call.  The RN Supervisor also provides quality professional telephonic intervention to patients based on the Plan of Care. Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing, BSN or BS degree preferred Three years of Hospice nursing experience Supervisory or leadership experience preferred 2-5 years Hospice experience/On Call required New York State RN licensure NYS valid license preferred Current CHPN certification preferred

Our groundbreaking hospice and palliative care programs offer a broad range of services in the community or facility-based to help patients and their families ease the burden of managing a life-limiting illness or end of life care. The On Call RN Supervisor provides leadership, support, and guidance to Call Center staff for clinical/non clinical issues and situations. The Supervisor elevates complex issues to Team Manager, AOC or Hospice MD on call.  The RN Supervisor also provides quality professional telephonic intervention to patients based on the Plan of Care. Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing, BSN or BS degree preferred Three years of Hospice nursing experience Supervisory or leadership experience preferred 2-5 years Hospice experience/On Call required New York State RN licensure NYS valid license preferred Current CHPN certification preferred

Responsibilities  The primary purpose of the Assistant Nurse Manager position is to provide support to the Assistant Director Nursing UH (ADON) in the management of operations and uphold all standards of patient safety and quality measures. In collaboration with the ADON manages daily and monthly staffing, daily shift assignments, and payroll to obtain efficiency and reduce overtime and agency utilization. Is accessible, approachable, and visible to staff; seeks staff input; and serves as clinical mentor. Actively assists staff on routine matters and is first line of response to problem-solving. Ensures clinical competencies of staff and identifies areas in need of improvement. Communicates pertinent information to Assistant Director. Qualifications Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey. Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required, Master’s Degree preferred. BLS (CPR),and ACLS are required. Two (2) years of...

Responsibilities The primary purpose of the Assistant Nurse Manager position is to provide management of day- to-day shift operations of inpatient care unit. Directly responsible for daily staffing and reviews daily shift assignments to obtain efficiency and eliminate overtime. Is accessible, approachable, and visible to staff; seeks staff input; and serves as clinical mentor. Actively assists staff on routine matters and is first line of response to problem-solve. Ensures clinical competencies of staff and identifies areas in need of improvement. Communicates pertinent information to Nurse Manager. The Assistant Nurse Manager functions as a daily board runner to integrate and streamline clinical activities of all members of the Perioperative Services team. The Assistant Nurse Manager of the Operating Room has knowledge of the ANA, AORN, Joint Commission and Department of Health Standards of practice, and Patient Bill of Rights, Coaches staff to promote...

Responsibilities  The primary purpose of the Assistant Nurse Manager position is to provide support to the Assistant Director Nursing UH (ADON) in the management of operations and uphold all standards of patient safety and quality measures. In collaboration with the ADON manages daily and monthly staffing, daily shift assignments, and payroll to obtain efficiency and reduce overtime and agency utilization. Is accessible, approachable, and visible to staff; seeks staff input; and serves as clinical mentor. Actively assists staff on routine matters and is first line of response to problem-solving. Ensures clinical competencies of staff and identifies areas in need of improvement. Communicates pertinent information to Assistant Director. Qualifications Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey. Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required, Master’s Degree preferred. BLS (CPR),and ACLS are required. Two (2) years of...

Responsibilities  The primary purpose of the Assistant Nurse Manager position is to provide support to the Assistant Director Nursing UH (ADON) in the management of operations and uphold all standards of patient safety and quality measures. In collaboration with the ADON manages daily and monthly staffing, daily shift assignments, and payroll to obtain efficiency and reduce overtime and agency utilization. Is accessible, approachable, and visible to staff; seeks staff input; and serves as clinical mentor. Actively assists staff on routine matters and is first line of response to problem-solving. Ensures clinical competencies of staff and identifies areas in need of improvement. Communicates pertinent information to Assistant Director. Qualifications Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey. Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required, Master’s Degree preferred. BLS (CPR),and ACLS are required. Two (2) years of...

Overview About the Role The Oncology RN Clinical Care Coordinator (OCC) works collaboratively with an oncologist in delivering care to their assigned patient population.  This is an outpatient position and requires oncology clinical experience and sound nursing knowledge related to the care of patients undergoing cancer treatment to assist with the education, the coordination of care, and ongoing assessment of the patient's response to treatment.  The OCCC assesses patients for symptoms, clinical and psychological needs, treatment-related concerns, and barriers to care. Provides education regarding diagnosis, treatment, medications, side effects, and symptom management. Connects patients and families with appropriate resources as determined by the healthcare team. Functions as the primary clinical point of contact for hematology and oncology patients and follow them throughout the continuum of care. Provides telephone and MyChart triage, escalates concerns...

Overview About the Role The primary purpose of the Supervisor Distribution position is to assist in planning, organizing, and supervising the day-to-day operations of General Store/Peri-op Warehouse and/or Shipping & Receiving Mail. Supervises and coordinates the activities of the assigned area along with staff involved in receiving, storing, inventorying, issuing, and distributing a wide variety of mail and medical supplies. Responsibilities Oversees personnel, receiving of goods, storeroom inventory, and supply chain distribution throughout University Hospital including but not limited to nursing units, disaster carts, code carts, isolation carts, etc. Assists with the placement of stock in appropriate bins, shelves, racks and other receptacles and areas to ensure orderliness and safety; ensures that all necessary precautions are taken to guard the stock against spillage, deterioration, loss, theft, and fire and...

Responsibilities The primary purpose of the Assistant Nurse Manager position is to provide management of day- to-day shift operations of inpatient care unit. Directly responsible for daily staffing and reviews daily shift assignments to obtain efficiency and eliminate overtime. Is accessible, approachable, and visible to staff; seeks staff input; and serves as clinical mentor. Actively assists staff on routine matters and is first line of response to problem-solve. Ensures clinical competencies of staff and identifies areas in need of improvement. Communicates pertinent information to Nurse Manager. The Assistant Nurse Manager functions as a daily board runner to integrate and streamline clinical activities of all members of the Perioperative Services team. The Assistant Nurse Manager of the Operating Room has knowledge of the ANA, AORN, Joint Commission and Department of Health Standards of practice, and Patient Bill of Rights, Coaches staff to promote...

Overview About the Role Develops and manages complex projects. Oversees the planning, development, implementation and support of hospital information systems. Supervises analyst/project staff. Develops testing strategies according to system build and downstream system requirements. Oversees and assists the hospital with the development of a training plan. Ensures that systems are implemented and functioning under the guidance of acceptable University policies and procedures and meet all regulatory requirements. Responsibilities What You’ll Do Develops and manages complex projects. Recommends resource planning and support needs to ensure successful project implementation. Oversees the design and development of application programs from analysis to implementation and assists with these duties as needed. Coordinates the installation of software and/or hardware. Works in concert with other HST/IS&T...

Responsibilities  The primary purpose of the Assistant Nurse Manager position is to provide support to the Assistant Director Nursing UH (ADON) in the management of operations and uphold all standards of patient safety and quality measures. In collaboration with the ADON manages daily and monthly staffing, daily shift assignments, and payroll to obtain efficiency and reduce overtime and agency utilization. Is accessible, approachable, and visible to staff; seeks staff input; and serves as clinical mentor. Actively assists staff on routine matters and is first line of response to problem-solving. Ensures clinical competencies of staff and identifies areas in need of improvement. Communicates pertinent information to Assistant Director. Qualifications Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey. Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required, Master’s Degree preferred. BLS (CPR),and ACLS are required. Two (2) years of...