Part-Time Night Shift Float Critical Care RN

About the Role

Directs and supervises the nursing care and all related activities on the unit, ensuring adherence to the policies and procedures of Grimes Center and relevant State and Federal regulations. This role upholds the YNHHS Vision, Mission, and Values—integrity, patient-centered care, respect, accountability, and compassion—in all professional activities.

Responsibilities

• Follows established standards of nursing practice and implements facility policies and procedures.
• Interprets policies and procedures for licensed staff, nursing assistants, residents, families, and physicians.
• Assumes responsibility for compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations within the assigned unit.
• Obtains and provides shift reports, ensuring continuity of care and appropriate follow-up actions.
• Conducts resident rounds, directs care for C.N.A.s and LPNs, and initiates corrective actions. Reports changes in resident conditions to physicians, supervisors, and responsible parties promptly.
• Identifies resident problems and emergency situations, initiating life-saving measures in the absence of a physician.
• Supervises and evaluates all direct resident care, initiating changes or corrective actions as necessary. Prepares and assigns nursing assistants' duties.
• Provides clinical supervision of certified nursing assistants and licensed practical nurses, assessing patient data collected by LPNs.
• Competently performs basic nursing skills, including:
  • Administering medications (including IV and enteral) and treatments per physician’s orders and facility policy.
  • Handling controlled drugs in accordance with facility policy and State law.
  • Completing admission, transfer, and discharge processes, coordinating with physicians and other departments as needed.
• Performs and documents comprehensive resident assessments, develops care plans, and participates in care conferences.
• Documents medications, treatments, wound care, resident progress, and changes in status as required by regulatory agencies (e.g., Medicare).
• Ensures C.N.A.s complete patient documentation accurately.
• Counsels nursing assistants and LPNs, recommending disciplinary action when necessary, and participates in employee evaluations.
• Maintains emergency equipment, checks the emergency cart, and signs off on checklists.
• Orders and receives medication deliveries from the pharmacy, verifying all drugs received.
• Completes 24-hour report sheets, accident/incident reports, and observes infection control practices.
• Obtains continuing education relevant to the resident population and adheres to facility safety policies.
• Upholds Resident’s Rights policies at all times.
• Demonstrates strong communication and teamwork:
  • Works cooperatively with residents, staff, physicians, families, consultants, community agencies, and ancillary service providers.
  • Acts as a preceptor for new staff and welcomes new residents and families positively.
  • Maintains a professional appearance and demonstrates dependability and punctuality.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Nursing Supervisor or Nursing Administration.
• Chaperones patients to appointments and remains present during specific procedures, examinations, and treatments (e.g., pelvic examinations, intravaginal physical therapy, rectal examinations, urinary catheterization, and breast or genitalia-related procedures).

Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree in Nursing or Science preferred.
• At least one year of work experience in rehabilitative, psychiatric, or geriatric nursing preferred.
• Registered Nurse license in the State of Connecticut.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain standards of care in accordance with the State of Connecticut Public Health Code and facility policies.

YNHHS Requisition ID: 190082