Description
Position at Norwalk Hospital Association
Three 8-hour shifts a week with rotating weekends and holidays; between the hours of 3p-11p, 7p-3a or 11p-7a
Required: High School Diploma or equivalent and is a Nursing Assistant or an EMT in the State of Connecticut.
Northwell is the largest not-for-profit health system in the Northeast, serving residents of New York and Connecticut with 28 hospitals, more than 1,000 outpatient facilities, 22,000 nurses and over 20,000 physicians. Northwell cares for more than three million people annually in the New York metro area, including Long Island, the Hudson Valley, Connecticut and beyond, thanks to philanthropic support from our communities. Northwell is New York State’s largest private employer with over 104,000 employees — including members of Northwell Health Physician Partners — who are working to change health care for the better.
Norwalk Hospital is a 366-bed academic and community medical center serving Fairfield County, Connecticut, and the surrounding New York Metro area. We are a Level II Trauma Center and Joint Replacement Center of Excellence, and we provide advanced cancer, heart, and neuroscience care.
Our accolades include the following:
- The Leapfrog Group - Grade A for quality and patient safety
- Healthgrades - America’s 50 Best Hospitals
- U.S. News & World Report - high performance in heart failure treatment
At Norwalk Hospital, we prioritize the health and well-being of our team, fostering a friendly and supportive culture where collaboration and compassion are at the heart of what we do. From the moment you step through our doors, you’ll experience a sense of community that makes our hospital a truly special place to work. Our employees feel a deep connection here because we’re not just part of the community – we are its center.
Summary:
To provides nursing care to a patient or group of patients under the direction and supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse.
Responsibilities:
1. Provides patient care as directed by the Registered Nurse. Prioritizes assignments in consultation with the RN.
2. Communicates with patients, visitors and coworkers within the scope of his/her responsibilities in a courteous manner.
3. Demonstrates compliance with identified policies and procedures in carrying out unit assignments i.e., stocking, equipment maintenance. Follows mini protocols. Maintains computer skills i.e., Eclipys and Cerner, enters orders/patient charges and Emerge data.
4.Utilizes supplies and equipment in a cost efficient and proper manner i.e.., stocking and maintenance of equipment.
5. Performs other duties as assigned.
6. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
Education: HS GRAD/EQUIVALENT
Required: High School Diploma or equivalent and is a Nursing Assistant or an EMT in the State of Connecticut.
Desired: Minimum Experience: zero to six months
Company: Norwalk Hospital Association
Org Unit: 350
Department: Emergency Department
Exempt: No
Salary Range: $17.00 - $28.50 Hourly
With strong hearts and open minds, we’re pushing past boundaries and challenging the expected, all in the name of possibility. We are neighbors caring for neighbors, working together as partners in health to improve the lives of the people we serve. If you share our passion for the health of our communities, advance your career with Northwell Health!