What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Room Nurse Specialist position at Yale New Haven Health?
Job Summary
The Yale New Haven Health Registered Nurse is responsible for providing high-quality patient care in the Emergency Room. The nurse assesses patients' physical and psychosocial conditions, provides education to patients and families, and assists in various medical procedures. This role requires a valid nursing license and at least 2-3 years of nursing experience, with a preference for those with ambulatory or medical office experience.
About Us
At Yale New Haven Health, we are committed to providing exceptional patient care and service. Our team of dedicated professionals works together to ensure that our patients receive the highest level of care possible. We prioritize integrity, patient-centered care, respect, accountability, and compassion in everything we do.
Responsibilities
The Yale New Haven Health Registered Nurse is responsible for providing high-quality patient care in the Emergency Room. The nurse assesses patients' physical and psychosocial conditions, provides education to patients and families, and assists in various medical procedures. This role requires a valid nursing license and at least 2-3 years of nursing experience, with a preference for those with ambulatory or medical office experience.
About Us
At Yale New Haven Health, we are committed to providing exceptional patient care and service. Our team of dedicated professionals works together to ensure that our patients receive the highest level of care possible. We prioritize integrity, patient-centered care, respect, accountability, and compassion in everything we do.
Responsibilities
- Assesses patients' physical and psychosocial conditions on an ongoing basis throughout the continuum of care.
- Assesses learning needs and provides education to patients and families, documenting plan provided, patients understanding and any outcomes.
- Assists providers in intra-office procedures, maintaining a sterile field and complying with Universal Protocol.
- Performs nursing duties including, but not limited to: physical, pain and psychosocial assessment, documentation, vital signs, bladder scan, Uroflow, catheter insertion and removal, medication administration and use of POCT (Point of Care Testing).
