AI summary
Registered Nurse role in an ICU Float Unit at Yale New Haven Health, providing and coordinating individualized patient care across units as staffing and patient distribution require. You’ll assess, plan, implement and evaluate care, supervise non-RN staff, and may serve as charge nurse/preceptor, with a strong focus on neuro/airway and ventilator care. Standout perk: exposure to multiple units via float assignment.
Key skills
Registered Nurse (RN) practice in acute careNeuro assessmentAirway management (including trached patients)Ventilator patient carePharyngeal/endotracheal/tracheostomy suctioningElectronic patient records (EPR) / computer software proficiencyPatient and family education planning and documentationCharge nurse duties (delegation and supervision)BLS certificationValid Connecticut RN license
Salary not listed — comparable ICU/critical care RN float roles in New York/Connecticut-region hospital systems often pay roughly $80k–$120k base annually (plus differentials depending on shift/experience).
You'll thrive here if you’re an acute-care RN who’s comfortable floating between units, can lead as charge/preceptor when needed, and has strong neuro/airway and critical-care fundamentals.
Why apply
- ICU float exposure across units
- Charge nurse and preceptor opportunities
- Neuro and airway skill development
Overview
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
Works Under The Supervision Of The Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator. The Registered Nurse (Rn) Assesses, Plans, Implements, Evaluates And Supervises Individual Patient Care On A Nursing Unit/Department According To Unit Policies And Procedures. Provides Supervision Of Non-Rn Personnel On The Assigned Unit. When Assuming The Charge Role, Delegates And Supervises Unit Activities. May Be Requires To Work On Other Nursing Units According To Distribution Of Staff And Patients. Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Requested In Order To Maintain A High Level Of Service.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities
Assesses The Patient's Physical And Psychosocial Condition On An Ongoing Basis Throughout The Continuum Of Care.
Develops, Communicates And Documents A Plan Of Care Reflecting Individualized Patient Problems And Interventions To Achieve Desired Outcomes, Involving The Patient, Family And Healthcare Team In This Process.
Implements And Coordinates This Plan Of Care In Collaboration With The Healthcare Team.
Evaluates The Effectiveness Of The Plan Of Care, Patient?S Response To Care, And Readiness For Discharge. Revises The Plan Of Care As Needed And Makes Referrals Where Indicated.
Plans For Education After Assessing The Individual Learning Needs And Readiness Of The Patient And Family. Provides Educational Opportunities And Documents Outcomes.
Functions As A Preceptor To New Staff.
Functions As A Charge Nurse.
Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlined In Performance Review.
Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Department/Unit.
Demonstrates Competency In The Care Of The Neuro Patient
Demonstrates Skill And Knowledge In Neuro Assessment
Demonstrates Skill And Knowledge In The Airway Management Of The Neuro Patient
Demonstrates Skill And Understanding In Caring For A Trached Patient
Demonstrates Skill And Understanding In Assisting The Physician And Caring For The Patient During Special Neuro Procedures
Demonstrates Knowledge And Understanding Of Our 'Tia' Teaching Program
Performs Pharynaeal, Endotracheal, Tracheostomy Suctioning According To Established Policy And Procedure: Pharynaeal, Endotracheal, Tracheastomy
Demonstrates Skill And Understanding In The Use Of Equipment And Care Of Patient In A Halo Brace
Demonstrates Skill And Understanding Of Nursing Responsibilities And Interventions For The Patient On A Ventilator
Qualifications EDUCATION Graduate Of An Accredited School Of Nursing; BSN Preferred. Proficient In Use Of Computer Software To Include Electronic Patient Records. Must Have Ability To Use Internet For Literature Searches Regarding Care For Patients. EXPERIENCE 1 Year acute nursing experience required. LICENSURE Valid State Of Connecticut Registered Nurse License SPECIAL SKILLS BLS Required Additional Information 1 Year Acute RN Experience Required.
Critical Care or Emergency experience preferred.