Eastern Connecticut Health Network

Rockville General Hospital

Manchester Memorial Hospital

Allied Health Professional

Ultrasound Technologist

Radiology Technologist

PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

Telemetry Technician

Med Surg

Compensation

Culture

Work Environment

Med Surg / Telemetry

Psychiatric

Registered Respiratory Therapist

ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Manchester Memorial Hospital in Manchester, KY is not nationally ranked in any specialty.

Hartford Hospital

The Hospital of Central Connecticut at New Britain General

Windham Hospital

Natchaug Hospital

MidState Medical Center

<body><h3>Nurse Manager - ASC and PACU</h3> Location Detail: MMH-71 Haynes Street (10627)SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLEWork where every moment matters.   Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here.  We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network as a Clinical Nurse Educator.The Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital, Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of 300,000 people in 19 towns.POSITION SUMMARY:Responsible for the management of more than one defined area of organized patient care services.  Allocates available resources to promote efficient, effective and compassionate patient care.  Provides clinical and administrative leadership and expertise.  Facilitates an atmosphere of participative management and the development of collegial relationships.  Visible, accessible and committed to communicating effectively with staff.  Promotes the profession of nursing and professional practice.  Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.  Reports to a Director of Patient Care Services.COMPETENCIES<ul style="margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;">Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing and possess basic computer skills.</li></ul>ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITES:Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job.  They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position.  These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time.<table border="1" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="border-collapse:collapse;border-style:none;margin-left:23.85pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-insideh:.5pt solid windowtext;mso-border-insidev:.5pt solid windowtext;mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt;mso-table-layout-alt:fixed;"><tbody><tr style="mso-yfti-firstrow:yes;mso-yfti-irow:0;"><td style="border-color:windowtext;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:7.45in;" width="715"><h4 style="text-align:center;">Job-Specific Competency</h4></td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:1;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:7.45in;" width="715">1.      Participates and facilitates staff participation in nursing and organizational policy formulation and decision making.</td></tr><tr style="height:16.15pt;mso-yfti-irow:2;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;height:16.15pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:7.45in;" width="715">2.      Creates an environment which promotes the provision of high-quality, evidence based clinical practice.</td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:3;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:7.45in;" width="715">3.      Evaluates the quality and appropriateness of patient care.  Participates in quality improvement projects and initiatives.  Performs necessary data collection and audits related to quality and regulatory compliance.</td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:4;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:7.45in;" width="715">4.      Responsible for recruitment, interviewing, selection and retention of patient care staff.  Responsible for staffing and scheduling personnel.  Assignments reflect appropriate utilization of personnel.</td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:5;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:7.45in;" width="715">5.      Promotes patient satisfaction through the delivery of high-quality patient care, regular patient rounds and implementation of service recovery techniques.  Follows protocol for responding to patient complaints and grievances.</td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:6;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:7.45in;" width="715">6.      Promotes staff satisfaction through a participative practice environment, encouraging staff decision making and autonomy.  Feedback from staff is encouraged, valued and incorporated, as appropriate.</td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:7;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:7.45in;" width="715">7.      Participates in planning and monitoring the budget for defined areas, providing variance analysis.</td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:8;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:7.45in;" width="715">8.      Whenever possible, resolves human resource concerns at the department level, utilizing the grievance process as required.</td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:9;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:7.45in;" width="715">9.      Participates and involves the nursing staff in evaluative research activities.</td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:10;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:7.45in;" width="715">10.   Fosters a climate conducive to educational experiences for nursing and other students.</td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:11;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:7.45in;" width="715">11.   Assesses patient placement and care needs from a global hospital perspective, allocating resources accordingly, promoting efficient patient throughput.</td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:12;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:7.45in;" width="715">12.   Promotes physician satisfaction by maintaining good rapport and cooperative working relations with the Medical Staff.</td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:13;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:7.45in;" width="715">13.   Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.  Utilizes critical thinking skills and sound judgment in priority setting and delegation.</td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:14;mso-yfti-lastrow:yes;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:7.45in;" width="715">14.   Pursues personal and professional growth and development.  Serves as a professional role model and mentor.</td></tr></tbody></table> 
<h3>Qualifications</h3>
 
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION<ul style="margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;">Bachelors Degree or current enrollment in such program and a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;">Must have and maintain a current license in the State of Connecticut.   </li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;">Professional Certification is highly desirable.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;">Maintains clinical and managerial competency required for area of assignment including Basic Cardiac Life Support.</li></ul>EXPERIENCE<ul style="margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;">Must have at least three (3) years of nursing experience in an acute care setting with demonstrated leadership potential. </li></ul>We take great care of careersWith locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth.  Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children.  We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.  Every moment matters.  And this is your moment</body>

Nurse Manager - ASC and PACULocation Detail: MMH-71 Haynes Street (10627)SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLEWork where every moment matters. Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network as a Clinical Nurse Educator.The Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital, Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of 300,000 people in 19 towns.POSITION SUMMARY:Responsible for the management of more than one defined area of organized patient care services. Allocates available resources to promote efficient, effective and compassionate patient care. Provides clinical and administrative leadership and expertise. Facilitates an atmosphere of participative management and the development of collegial relationships. Visible, accessible and committed to communicating effectively with staff. Promotes the profession of nursing and professional practice. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. Reports to a Director of Patient Care Services.COMPETENCIESMust be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing and possess basic computer skills.ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITES:Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position. These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time.Job-Specific Competency1. Participates and facilitates staff participation in nursing and organizational policy formulation and decision making.2. Creates an environment which promotes the provision of high-quality, evidence based clinical practice.3. Evaluates the quality and appropriateness of patient care. Participates in quality improvement projects and initiatives. Performs necessary data collection and audits related to quality and regulatory compliance.4. Responsible for recruitment, interviewing, selection and retention of patient care staff. Responsible for staffing and scheduling personnel. Assignments reflect appropriate utilization of personnel.5. Promotes patient satisfaction through the delivery of high-quality patient care, regular patient rounds and implementation of service recovery techniques. Follows protocol for responding to patient complaints and grievances.6. Promotes staff satisfaction through a participative practice environment, encouraging staff decision making and autonomy. Feedback from staff is encouraged, valued and incorporated, as appropriate.7. Participates in planning and monitoring the budget for defined areas, providing variance analysis.8. Whenever possible, resolves human resource concerns at the department level, utilizing the grievance process as required.9. Participates and involves the nursing staff in evaluative research activities.10. Fosters a climate conducive to educational experiences for nursing and other students.11. Assesses patient placement and care needs from a global hospital perspective, allocating resources accordingly, promoting efficient patient throughput.12. Promotes physician satisfaction by maintaining good rapport and cooperative working relations with the Medical Staff.13. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. Utilizes critical thinking skills and sound judgment in priority setting and delegation.14. Pursues personal and professional growth and development. Serves as a professional role model and mentor. Qualifications EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONBachelors Degree or current enrollment in such program and a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.Must have and maintain a current license in the State of Connecticut. Professional Certification is highly desirable.Maintains clinical and managerial competency required for area of assignment including Basic Cardiac Life Support.EXPERIENCEMust have at least three (3) years of nursing experience in an acute care setting with demonstrated leadership potential. We take great care of careersWith locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment

<body><h3>Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU</h3> Location Detail: MMH-71 Haynes Street (10627)Shift Detail: 12 Hour ShiftsWork where every moment matters.<o:p></o:p>Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.The Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital, Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of 300,000 people in 19 towns. <o:p></o:p>POSITION SUMMARY:<o:p></o:p>Utilizing the nursing process, provides high quality direct and indirect patient –centered care.  Coordinates patient care by working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team.  Communicates, as appropriate, the patient's clinical condition, responding quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment.  Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served.  Promotes the profession of nursing and professional practice through collegial support and interactions. Reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager.<o:p></o:p> 
<h3>Qualifications</h3>
 
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:<o:p></o:p><ul><li>Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing with a current licensure in the State of Connecticut.  <o:p></o:p></li><li>Must have certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support upon hire or receive certification within the new employee introductory orientation period and maintain clinical competency during employment with Hartford HealthCare in this role.  <o:p></o:p></li></ul>COMPETENCIES:<o:p></o:p><ul><li>Must be able to effectively communicate verbally as well as in writing using the English language.<o:p></o:p></li><li>Possess basic computer skills. <o:p></o:p></li></ul>We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.<o:p></o:p></body>

Registered Nurse (RN) - ICULocation Detail: MMH-71 Haynes Street (10627)Shift Detail: 12 Hour ShiftsWork where every moment matters.Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.The Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital, Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of 300,000 people in 19 towns. POSITION SUMMARY:Utilizing the nursing process, provides high quality direct and indirect patient –centered care. Coordinates patient care by working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team. Communicates, as appropriate, the patient's clinical condition, responding quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served. Promotes the profession of nursing and professional practice through collegial support and interactions. Reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager. Qualifications EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing with a current licensure in the State of Connecticut. Must have certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support upon hire or receive certification within the new employee introductory orientation period and maintain clinical competency during employment with Hartford HealthCare in this role. COMPETENCIES:Must be able to effectively communicate verbally as well as in writing using the English language.Possess basic computer skills. We take great care of careers.With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.

<body><h3>RN Wound Care Coord - Med Education and Development</h3> Location Detail: MMH-71 Haynes Street (10627)Work where every moment matters.   Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here.  We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network as a Clinical Nurse Educator.The Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital, Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of 300,000 people in 19 towns.POSITION SUMMARY:Provides clinical expertise, education, consultation, leadership, and research to the organization in relation to patients and staff with wound, skin, ostomy, and continence needs. Serves as a resource to patients, staff, physicians, and management. Allocates available resources to promote efficient, effective, and compassionate care related to wound, skin, ostomy, and continence throughout the organization. Facilitates the development of collegial relationships. Visible, accessible, and committed to communicating effectively with staff. Promotes the profession of nursing and professional practice. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care of wounds, fistulae, pressure ulcers, skin breakdown, ostomy care and incontinence. Reports to the manager of nursing education.COMPETENCIES:<ul style="margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;">Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;">Possess basic computer skills.</li></ul>ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILIITIES:Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position. These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time.<table border="1" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoNormalTable" style="border-collapse:collapse;border-style:none;margin-left:9.9pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-insideh:.5pt solid windowtext;mso-border-insidev:.5pt solid windowtext;mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt;mso-table-layout-alt:fixed;" width="702"><tbody><tr style="mso-yfti-firstrow:yes;mso-yfti-irow:0;"><td style="border-color:windowtext;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:526.5pt;" width="702"><ol start="1" style="margin-top:0in;" type="1"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Performs comprehensive assessments and re-assessments of the patient’s condition related to wound/skin and ostomy/continence needs including the psychosocial, physical, educational, and cultural aspects.</li></ol></td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:1;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:526.5pt;" width="702"><ol start="2" style="margin-top:0in;" type="1"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Assesses and re-assesses pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management tools and techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. Documentation includes the location, nature and intensity of pain, methods of relief used previously, and plan for on-going pain management.</li></ol></td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:2;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:526.5pt;" width="702"><ol start="3" style="margin-top:0in;" type="1"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Is knowledgeable of the anatomy and physiology and disorders of the gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and dermal systems.</li></ol></td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:3;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:526.5pt;" width="702"><ol start="4" style="margin-top:0in;" type="1"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Demonstrates thorough knowledge of wound staging and prevention of pressure ulcers.</li></ol></td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:4;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:526.5pt;" width="702"><ol start="5" style="margin-top:0in;" type="1"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Knowledgeable of surgical procedures and postoperative course for patients undergoing bowel surgery as related to ostomy and continence.</li></ol></td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:5;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:526.5pt;" width="702"><ol start="6" style="margin-top:0in;" type="1"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Develops and revises individualized plans of care as indicated by assessment and patient response to treatment. Evaluates overall plan as needed for effectiveness. Involves the patient and family in the formulation of goals.</li></ol></td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:6;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:526.5pt;" width="702"><ol start="7" style="margin-top:0in;" type="1"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Provides direct care to patients with wounds, ostomies, drainage tubes and incontinence in a timely manner and recommends products and treatments that are appropriate, based on patient assessment and standards of care. Revises care plan according to the patient’s response to treatment.</li></ol></td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:7;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:526.5pt;" width="702"><ol start="8" style="margin-top:0in;" type="1"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and privacy and promotes positive patient outcomes.</li></ol></td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:8;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:526.5pt;" width="702"><ol start="9" style="margin-top:0in;" type="1"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Documents wound/skin and ostomy/ continence issues according to the nursing process and responses to care in a timely manner utilizing the appropriate tools.</li></ol></td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:9;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:526.5pt;" width="702"><ol start="10" style="margin-top:0in;" type="1"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Maintains current knowledge of community resources to provide skilled care, products, support and education for patients and families and promotes smooth transition along the care continuum.</li></ol></td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:10;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:526.5pt;" width="702"><ol start="11" style="margin-top:0in;" type="1"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Provides patients/families with information needed for independent care or arranges for education to continue post discharge. Provides pre and post-operative assessments and education.</li></ol></td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:11;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:526.5pt;" width="702"><ol start="12" style="margin-top:0in;" type="1"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Assists physicians and nursing staff in maintaining current knowledge and competence in the areas of stoma care, wound management, skin and incontinence care and management of fistulae in orientation, individually or in educational sessions/programs on an ongoing basis.</li></ol></td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:12;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:526.5pt;" width="702"><ol start="13" style="margin-top:0in;" type="1"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Practices autonomously, consistent with evidence-based standards. Pursues personal and professional growth and development. Serves as a professional role model and mentor.</li></ol></td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:13;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:526.5pt;" width="702"><ol start="14" style="margin-top:0in;" type="1"><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. Utilizes critical thinking skills and sound judgment in priority setting and delegation.</li></ol></td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:14;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:526.5pt;" width="702"><ol start="15" style="margin-top:0in;" type="1"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Is fiscally responsible in selection and use of products and resources and promotes cost-saving or revenue generation for the organization.</li></ol></td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:15;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:526.5pt;" width="702"><ol start="16" style="margin-top:0in;" type="1"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Is knowledgeable about state and joint commission regulations related to wound and skin care and enforces these regulations throughout the organization.</li></ol></td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:16;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:526.5pt;" width="702"><ol start="17" style="margin-top:0in;" type="1"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Collects and analyzes data related to wound /skin and ostomy to measure progress and quality of care.</li></ol></td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:17;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:526.5pt;" width="702"><ol start="18" style="margin-top:0in;" type="1"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Organizes and coordinates a wound and skin resource liaison team that is responsible for wound and skin expertise on each particular unit and acts as a resource to staff on wound and skin issues throughout the organization. Resource team can also assist with data collection and quality improvement related to wound and skin.</li></ol></td></tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow:18;mso-yfti-lastrow:yes;"><td style="border-bottom-style:solid;border-color:windowtext;border-left-style:solid;border-right-style:solid;border-top-style:none;border-width:1.0pt;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-border-top-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;padding:0in 5.4pt;vertical-align:top;width:526.5pt;" width="702"><ol start="19" style="margin-top:0in;" type="1"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;">Organizes, implements, and evaluates wound and skin rounds on all units in both hospitals on a regular basis either independently or with the resource team members on each unit.</li></ol></td></tr></tbody></table> 
<h3>Qualifications</h3>
 
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:<ul style="margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;">Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing and hold and maintain a current Registered Nurse license in the State of Connecticut.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;">Certification in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Care/Enterostomal Therapy Nursing is required.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;">Completion of accredited coursework in conservative sharp wound debridement and successful completion of 10 hours of supervision by a surgeon preferred.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;">BSN in nursing required. MSN in Nursing preferred.</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;">Must have certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support upon hire or receive certification within the new employee introductory orientation period and maintain clinical competency during employment within this role.</li></ul>EXPERIENCE:<ul style="margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;">Must have two (2) to three (3) years or more of progressive experience in clinical practice in the medical/surgical area.</li></ul>We take great care of careersWith locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth.  Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children.  We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.  Every moment matters.  And this is your moment</body>

RN Wound Care Coord - Med Education and DevelopmentLocation Detail: MMH-71 Haynes Street (10627)Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network as a Clinical Nurse Educator.The Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital, Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of 300,000 people in 19 towns.POSITION SUMMARY:Provides clinical expertise, education, consultation, leadership, and research to the organization in relation to patients and staff with wound, skin, ostomy, and continence needs. Serves as a resource to patients, staff, physicians, and management. Allocates available resources to promote efficient, effective, and compassionate care related to wound, skin, ostomy, and continence throughout the organization. Facilitates the development of collegial relationships. Visible, accessible, and committed to communicating effectively with staff. Promotes the profession of nursing and professional practice. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care of wounds, fistulae, pressure ulcers, skin breakdown, ostomy care and incontinence. Reports to the manager of nursing education.COMPETENCIES:Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.Possess basic computer skills.ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILIITIES:Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position. These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time.Performs comprehensive assessments and re-assessments of the patient’s condition related to wound/skin and ostomy/continence needs including the psychosocial, physical, educational, and cultural aspects.Assesses and re-assesses pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management tools and techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management. Documentation includes the location, nature and intensity of pain, methods of relief used previously, and plan for on-going pain management.Is knowledgeable of the anatomy and physiology and disorders of the gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and dermal systems.Demonstrates thorough knowledge of wound staging and prevention of pressure ulcers.Knowledgeable of surgical procedures and postoperative course for patients undergoing bowel surgery as related to ostomy and continence.Develops and revises individualized plans of care as indicated by assessment and patient response to treatment. Evaluates overall plan as needed for effectiveness. Involves the patient and family in the formulation of goals.Provides direct care to patients with wounds, ostomies, drainage tubes and incontinence in a timely manner and recommends products and treatments that are appropriate, based on patient assessment and standards of care. Revises care plan according to the patient’s response to treatment.Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and privacy and promotes positive patient outcomes.Documents wound/skin and ostomy/ continence issues according to the nursing process and responses to care in a timely manner utilizing the appropriate tools.Maintains current knowledge of community resources to provide skilled care, products, support and education for patients and families and promotes smooth transition along the care continuum.Provides patients/families with information needed for independent care or arranges for education to continue post discharge. Provides pre and post-operative assessments and education.Assists physicians and nursing staff in maintaining current knowledge and competence in the areas of stoma care, wound management, skin and incontinence care and management of fistulae in orientation, individually or in educational sessions/programs on an ongoing basis.Practices autonomously, consistent with evidence-based standards. Pursues personal and professional growth and development. Serves as a professional role model and mentor.Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. Utilizes critical thinking skills and sound judgment in priority setting and delegation.Is fiscally responsible in selection and use of products and resources and promotes cost-saving or revenue generation for the organization.Is knowledgeable about state and joint commission regulations related to wound and skin care and enforces these regulations throughout the organization.Collects and analyzes data related to wound /skin and ostomy to measure progress and quality of care.Organizes and coordinates a wound and skin resource liaison team that is responsible for wound and skin expertise on each particular unit and acts as a resource to staff on wound and skin issues throughout the organization. Resource team can also assist with data collection and quality improvement related to wound and skin.Organizes, implements, and evaluates wound and skin rounds on all units in both hospitals on a regular basis either independently or with the resource team members on each unit. Qualifications EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing and hold and maintain a current Registered Nurse license in the State of Connecticut.Certification in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Care/Enterostomal Therapy Nursing is required.Completion of accredited coursework in conservative sharp wound debridement and successful completion of 10 hours of supervision by a surgeon preferred.BSN in nursing required. MSN in Nursing preferred.Must have certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support upon hire or receive certification within the new employee introductory orientation period and maintain clinical competency during employment within this role.EXPERIENCE:Must have two (2) to three (3) years or more of progressive experience in clinical practice in the medical/surgical area.We take great care of careersWith locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment

Manchester Memorial Hospital

About this facility

Details

Reviews

Pros

Cons

Open Staff Positions

Nurse Manager, ASC and PACU

ICU Registered Nurse

Clinical Nurse Educator, Wound, Ostomy and Continence

Eastern Connecticut Health Network

All Eastern Connecticut Health Network facilities

Nearby Facilities

Hartford Hospital

155

$29-50/hr

The Hospital of Central Connecticut at New Britain General

43

$29-50/hr

Windham Hospital

12

$29-50/hr

Natchaug Hospital

5

$29-50/hr

MidState Medical Center

46

$29-55/hr