Per Diem Nurse (RN or LPN)
Date Posted: June 2022
Department: Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, Women's Health and Adult Medicine
Since 1970, Community Health Services has existed to provide comprehensive health care services to the residents of Hartford and Windsor. We were made for the community, by the community, to offer a full spectrum of services to include medical, behavioral health care, dental care, a full-service pharmacy and more. Our goal is to offer our patients a medical home; a place where they can come for all of their needs; a place where the clinical staff know them by their first name. Our dedicated staff demonstrate the good we can do on a daily basis when we provide quality care with dignity to each and every individual. We want to help our patients get all of the health care they need - when they need it - so they may too live a healthier and happier life.
Community Health Services, Inc. is seeking a Per Diem RN or LPN for our Quality Department. The RN provides professional nursing care to our patients and their families following established standards and practices.
The successful candidate will have:
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A high level of comfort entering information into electronic health records
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Knowledge of population health concepts and the role of nursing within a PCMH team
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Knowledge of patient education principles to assist the patient in developing a self-care program
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The ability to maintain focus, objectivity, and professionalism in stressful situations
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The ability to work in a fast-paced environment
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Demonstrated success working independently or as part of a team
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Demonstrated success in maintaining the highest level of confidentiality as required by company policy, HIPAA and another state, federal and local laws and regulations
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All candidates for employment at CHS must successfully pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
RN Requirements:
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Possess an active and valid licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Connecticut
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Have an associates degree in Nursing
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Have a CPR Certification or the ability to obtain certification within 90 days of hire
LPN Requirements:
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Possess an active and valid Practical Nursing License in the state of Connecticut
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Have a high school diploma or equivalent
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Have a CPR Certification or the ability to obtain certification within 90 days of hire
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements
CHS requires all new employees to be vaccinated against Covid-19 prior to starting employment with CHS unless they are approved for a reasonable accommodation based on disability, medical condition, or religious belief that prevents them from being vaccinated.
Community Health Services is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.