Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 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. St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Bridgeport has more than 3,200 employees. It includes a 473-bed community teaching hospital, a 76-bed inpatient psychiatric facility in Westport, a large multispecialty provider group, and special needs services for adults and children. St. Vincent’s is the first hospital in Fairfield County to be integrated into the Hartford HealthCare network and is the system’s second-largest hospital. *Job Summary* Under the general direction of nursing leadership and with provider collaboration and guidance, the Registered Nurse utilizes evidence-based practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act and policies and procedures of Hartford Healthcare Hospital Outpatient Departments (HODs) and Medical Group, in a variety of clinical settings. This position facilitates care for a varied population of patients, which includes nursing standards of practice to meet the physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and educational needs of the patient and family. *Responsibilities* · Provides nursing care nursing care within a non-acute setting in collaboration with the inter-disciplinary team and provider according to the patients physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and educational needs of the patient and family. · Coordinates and provides holistic patient centered care. · Utilizes evidence-based practice in accordance with the department and/or medical group policies and procedures to ensure safe quality care and customer service. · Incorporates art, advocacy, science and ethics in nursing effectively in their daily practice. · Demonstrates and actively supports research utilization through inquiring into evidence-based practices. · Evaluates and reviews the plan of care working with the interdisciplinary team to meet the diverse needs of the patient and family. · Identifies and reliably documents problems and expected outcomes based on a plan of care for a varied population of patients. · Maintains confidentiality of all patient information · Assumes responsibility for self-improvement in collaboration with the leadership team by identifying, communicating and seeking resources or instruction/validation to meet own learning needs, and is self-directed in maintaining currency of validations. · Embodies the HHC leadership behaviors and company values and effectively utilizes the HHC operating model. · Completes required learning by designated deadline. · Maintains a clean, neat, and safe environment for patients and staff, ensuring supplies and equipment are stored in an organized and efficient manner. · Performs other related duties as required. *Minimum Requirements* · Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. · Associate’s degree in nursing. Bachelors preferred. · Successful completion of nurse residency, if applicable. *Licensure, Certification, Registration* · Registered Nurse, State of CT. · Certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA). · Additional certifications may be required in specific specialties. · Certification in a specialty a plus. *Language Skills* · Must be able to effectively communicate information in English. · Ability to speak another language in addition to English a plus. *Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements * · Applies the principles and practices of nursing. · Membership in a professional nursing organization is preferred. · Demonstrated ability to develop, deliver and evaluate patient care. · Knowledge of high reliability. · Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Use communication skills to foster a healthy work environment and facilitate positive patient outcomes and experience. · Demonstrates cultural sensitivity in all interactions with patients/families and co-workers. · Strong knowledge of care for age specific populations. · Strong ability to work as part of a collaborative team. · Ability to be flexible with changes in schedule and locations. · Self-directed in clinical responsibilities. · Ability to manage and organize multiple clinical priorities. · Strong computer skills and use of industry applications/programs. Ability to learn new technology and programs as advancements and changes are implemented. ** · Ability to adhere to OSHA regulations and Infection Control Standards. · Ability to adhere to HIPAA requirements. 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. **Job:** **Cardiovascular* **Organization:** **St. Vincent's Medical Center* **Title:** *Registered Nurse Amb (RN) / Congestive Heart Failure Clinic (Per Diem)* **Location:** *Connecticut-Bridgeport-St Vincents Medical Center (10427)* **Requisition ID:** *25157675* **Other Locations:** *United States*