Per Diem
Northbridge Health Care Center - Bridgeport, CT
Posted 2 weeks ago
We are hiring per diem Physical Therapist Assistants (PTA) to join our dynamic care team at Northbridge Health Care Center in Bridgeport!
Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life.
Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are not only committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company.
As a PTA, you assist in the provision, collection of assessment data, and direct treatment to a general rehab caseload under the direction and supervision of a Physical Therapist and participate in clinical program development.
Education & Experience:
- Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited program.
- CEU’s per state licensure requirements.
- Current licensure by the applicable state agency where required.
- Two years of clinical experience preferred.
- May perform additional assigned administrative duties such as assigned by the Rehab Program Manager.
- Under a physician’s order provides direct resident treatments in accordance with an established plan of care. Treatment venue includes individual, supervised, and group.
- Contributes to the team meeting and decision making process as defined by the program.
- Consults with and trains patients, residents and caregivers.
- Monitors efficiencies on an ongoing basis in collaboration with supervisor.
- Documents activities according to the company’s clinical documentation system on a timely basis.
- Demonstrates consistent knowledge and application of Medicare and other reimbursement regulations.
- Participates in clinical program development and implementation.
- Demonstrates ability for continuous new learning to remain current in the field.
- May perform additional duties as requested by supervisor.
- Participates in quality improvement activities.
- Ability to function effectively in multi-faceted systems and to interact effectively with all levels of staff and customers.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills.
- Standing and walking for significant amounts of time is necessary.
- Communication skills needed for directing staff, customer relations, marketing activities.
- Ability to perform documentation needs, manipulations of equipment and direct patient care.
- Requires intense attention and concentration.
- Ability to cope with periodic stress associated with changing census and staffing demands.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage time effectively for self and others.
- Ability to deal with a wide range of personality types, ages, and diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Ability to articulate and comprehend the English language.
- Competitive and Weekly Pay
- Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees
- Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Exclusive Employer Discount Program
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Vacation and Personal Time
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Health insurance among the lowest employee contributions in the state (Employee Contributions as low as $12.00 for singles & $39.00 for families)
Job Features
| Job Category | Physical, Therapy |
Full-Time, Per Diem
Northbridge Health Care Center - Bridgeport, CT
Posted 2 weeks ago
We are hiring full-time and per diem Physical Therapists to join our dynamic care team at Northbridge Health Care Center in Bridgeport!
Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life.
Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are not only committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our residents and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the com
As a Physical Therapist, you provide patient/resident assessment, care planning, direct treatment, and consultation to a general rehab caseload while also participating in the clinical team process. You also provide teaching and training to caregiver staff and supervise other therapists, assistants, aides and students as required.
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor of Science Degree, Master of Science or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy.
- Appropriate licensing requirements by individual states must be maintained.
- Two (2) years of clinical experience preferred.
- Screens patients/residents.
- Evaluates patients/residents and develops appropriate care plans.
- May perform additional assigned administrative duties like: assigning and overseeing resident care activities, medical record oversight, assuring execution of physician orders, ordering supplies, etc.
- Under a physician’s order, provides direct resident treatment in accordance with an established plan of care. Treatment venue includes individual, supervised and group.
- Contributes to the team meeting and decision-making process as defined by the program.
- Consults with and trains patients, residents and caregivers.
- Monitors efficiencies on an ongoing basis in collaboration with supervisor.
- Documents activities according to the company’s clinical documentation system on a timely basis.
- Demonstrates consistent knowledge and application of Medicare and other reimbursement regulations.
- Communicates effectively with patients, residents, team members, customer and supervisor.
- Provides appropriate consultation to the facility.
- Participates in clinical program development and implementation.
- Participates in the training and orientation of other staff, students and volunteers.
- Participates in the interview process for new staff.
- Participates in census building and marketing activities.
- Participates in quality improvement activities.
- Responsible for service and operational excellence of all assigned activities to ensure the delivery of quality services and/or outcomes required to meet or exceed the expectations of those utilizing or impacted by the department.
- Complies with facility Privacy Practices policies and procedures and protects residents’ individual health information.
- Exhibits courtesy, compassion and respect to patients, residents, families, caregivers, visitors, physicians, administrators and co-workers.
- Ability to function effectively in multi-faceted systems and to interact effectively with all levels of staff and customers.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills.
- Ability to perform documentation needs, manipulations of equipment and direct patient care.
- Requires intense attention and concentration.
- Ability to cope with periodic stress associated with changing census and staffing demands.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage time effectively for self and others.
- Ability to deal with a wide range of personality types, ages, and diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Ability to articulate and comprehend the English language.
- Standing and walking for significant amounts of time is necessary.
- Competitive and Weekly Pay
- Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees
- Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Exclusive Employer Discount Program
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Vacation and Personal Time
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Health insurance among the lowest employee contributions in the state (Employee Contributions as low as $12.00 for singles & $39.00 for families)
Job Features
| Job Category | Physical, Therapy |
Per Diem
Northbridge Health Care Center - Bridgeport, CT
Posted 1 month ago
We are hiring a Therapeutic Recreation Director to join our dynamic care team at Northbridge Rehab in Bridgeport!
This is not a department head role. Includes a weekend rotation and possible evening shifts depending on resident needs.
Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life.
Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are not only committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company.
As a TRD, you assist the Director in planning, organizing, developing, and implementing the overall operation of the Activity Department.
Education & Experience:
- Must be a qualified Therapeutic Recreation Director who is credentialed by the state and/or eligible to become qualified with satisfaction of requirements.
- Must possess, as a minimum, a Certificate in Therapeutic Recreation — or be a candidate in an accredited degree program with proof of enrollment and ultimately, completion of a program in Therapeutic Recreation. Alternatively, a bachelor’s degree in a related field and one year of full-time employment in Therapeutic Recreation in a health care facility; or a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 6 credit hours of Therapeutic Recreation coursework; or an associate degree in a related field and two years full-time employment in Therapeutic Recreation in a health care setting; or an associate degree in a related field and nine credit hours of Therapeutic Recreation coursework. A related field shall include, but not be limited to Sociology, Psychology, Art, Music, or Education.
- Assists in plans and provisions of patient care by visiting residents regularly to evaluate needs.
- Document and report the nursing department any unusual or significant findings.
- Encourage residents to take part in activities of daily living that will stimulate his/her potential, physically, mentally, socially, and spiritually.
- Spend duty time with residents rather than with other facility staff.
- Assist with and follow through on the establishment of resident care goals within the framework of the entire therapeutic team.
- Document accurately, timely, and comprehensively.
- Follow facility van operation policy and procedures, if applicable.
- Contribute to and promote positive resident and family relations.
- Participate in new hire selection, orientation process and provide supervision for all new recreation staff.
- Participate in disciplinary/corrective actions, including the issuance and implementation of discipline, performance-initiated training, and other corrective measures.
- Assist with composing and implementing recreation policies and procedures.
- Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
- Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
- Must be knowledgeable in the Privacy Rule and ensure all staff comply with facility privacy practices policies and procedures.
- Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise professional and non-professional personnel.
- Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level at which they are currently functioning.
- Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing policies and procedures.
- Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.
- Must participate in continuing education and in-service training.
- Competitive and Weekly Pay
- Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees
- Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Exclusive Employer Discount Program
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Vacation and Personal Time
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Health insurance among the lowest employee contributions in the state (Employee Contributions as low as $12.00 for singles & $39.00 for families
Job Features
| Job Category | Recreation |
Full-Time
Northbridge Health Care Center - Bridgeport, CT
Posted 2 months ago
We are hiring an Assistant Director of Nursing to join our dynamic care team at Northbridge Rehab in Bridgeport!
Northbridge is a 145-bed center located at 2875 Main Street, across from St. Vincent's Hospital.
Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life.
Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are not only committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company.
As an Assistant Director of Nursing, the primary purpose of your job position is to assist the Director of Nursing Services in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Services Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our facility.
Experience & Education:
- Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse in this state.
- Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited school of nursing, college, or university. B.S.N. preferred.
- CPR certified.
- Must have as a minimum, one (1) year experience as a supervisor in a hospital, long-term care facility, or other related health care facility.
- Assist the DNS with planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating and directing the overall operations of the Nursing Services department, according to state, federal, local and corporate standards and regulations, policy and procedure, and scope of practice. Maintain familiarity with facility organizations and functions of all departments.
- Meets the clinical needs of all residents while promoting positive resident and family relations.
- Contributes to effective communication and pleasant working conditions. Demonstrates leadership. Maximize the potential of each employee supervised.
- Assists with maintaining, reviewing and has input to development of all clinical policies and procedures. Ensures that Nursing policies and procedures are followed.
- Assists with continuously monitoring and reviewing the staffing needs, schedules and work assignments
- Oversees that all nursing assistants are certified and maintains a system to confirm currency and to track required in-service hours yearly to maintain certification as directed by the DNS.
- Oversees that all nurses are licensed and maintains a tracking mechanism to confirm currency as directed by the DNS.
- Makes rounds of each nursing unit and does visual inspection on each unit.
- Ensures that medications are administered, handled, stored, and audited properly.
- Assists the DNS with reviewing satisfaction of care and services by interviews with families and residents.
- Assists the Infection Preventionist in establishing and maintaining the Infection Control Program.
- Assists the Director of Staff Development in ensuring that all mandatory inservice education sessions, which are required by state and federal law, are performed per schedule; documented and such documentation is retained as directed by the DNS.
- Assists the DNS in developing safety standards for the nursing department and monitors these through employee incidents and develops a plan of correction and audit tool for prevention.
- Assist the DNS with Monthly Nursing department staff meetings that are held on all three shifts.
- Participates in surveys and inspections by government agencies and implements plans of correction for deficiencies.
- Other duties as assigned by manager.
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions.
- Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
- Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long term care.
- Must be knowledgeable with the privacy rule and ensure all staff comply with facility privacy practices policies and procedures.
- Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care.
- Must have patience, tact, professional demeanor, and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents, families and staff.
- Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices.
- Must be able to communicate effectively to appropriate personnel regarding emergency situations.
- Must possess a comprehensive knowledge of nursing theory and practice.
- Competitive and Weekly Pay
- Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees
- Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Exclusive Employer Discount Program
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Vacation and Personal Time
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Health insurance among the lowest employee contributions in the state (Employee Contributions as low as $12.00 for singles & $39.00 for families)
Job Features
| Job Category | Assistant Director of Nursing, Nursing |
11 p.m. - 7 a.m., 3 p.m. - 11 p.m., 7 a.m. - 3 p.m., Part-Time, Per Diem
Northbridge Health Care Center - Bridgeport, CT
Posted 2 months ago
We are hiring part-time and per diem Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to join our dynamic care team at Northbridge Health Care Center in Bridgeport!
Openings available on all shifts including 7a-3p, 3p-11p, and 11p-7a. Hourly pay ranges from $35 to $40 depending on the shift. Evenings, overnights, and weekends come with pay differentials. Weekly pay.
Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life.
Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are not only committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company.
As a Licensed Practical Nurse, your job position is to provide direct nursing care under the supervision of the RN to residents and to supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by the nursing assistant to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.
Experience & Education:
- Must be a graduate of an approved LPN/LVN program.
- Must be CPR certified.
- Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as an LPN/LVN in this state.
- Meet the nursing and rehabilitation needs of each resident.
- Maintain current resident care plans on all residents under his/her care.
- Follow physician’s orders. Renders and/or assist with complete nursing care, treatments, dressings, and other physician orders.
- Transcribe physician’s orders promptly and accurately.
- Review patient records daily to assure accuracy and completeness.
- Document comprehensive and complete nursing notes.
- Visit each resident daily to evaluate resident needs.
- Maintain accurate awareness of residents on alert list.
- Document and report any unusual or significant findings; contact the physician when necessary.
- Administer medication according to procedure.
- Maintain an accurate and safe control of all drugs for which he/she is responsible.
- Initiate any and all emergency procedures as necessary.
- Demonstrate correct safety techniques.
- Respects and takes care of facility equipment and not wasteful of supplies.
- Contributes to effective communication and pleasant working conditions.
- Contribute to and promote positive resident and family relations.
- Complies with facility Privacy Practices Policies & Procedures, protecting residents’ individual health information.
- Continue growth and expand job knowledge.
- Demonstrate leadership skills.
- Other duties assigned by manager.
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions.
- Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
- Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long term care.
- Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel.
- Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care.
- Must possess accurate and comprehensive assessment skills.
- Must be familiar with drug actions and interactions.
- Must have knowledge of restorative nursing rehabilitation policies and utilizes appropriately.
- Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
- Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices.
- Must be able to communicate effectively to appropriate personnel regarding emergency situations.
- Competitive and Weekly Pay
- Holiday and Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
- 401(k) with Employer Match for All Team Members
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Exclusive Employer Discount Program
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Vacation and Personal Time
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Health insurance among the lowest employee contributions in the state (Employee Contributions as low as $12.00 for singles & $39.00 for families)
Job Features
| Job Category | Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN, Nursing |
Full-Time, Weekends
Northbridge Health Care Center - Bridgeport, CT
Posted 4 months ago
We are hiring a Nursing Supervisor to join our dynamic care team at Northbridge Health Care Center in Bridgeport!
NEWLY INCREASED PAY RATES! $60 an hour based on experience.
Openings:
- Weekends 7p-7a
- Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as an RN in this state.
- Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited school of nursing, college, or university.
- Must be CPR certified.
- Must have as a minimum, one (1) year experience in a hospital, long-term care facility or other related health care facility is preferable.
- Must have training in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices.
- Meet the nursing and rehabilitation needs of each resident.
- Maintain current resident care plans on all residents under his/her care.
- Follow physician’s orders. Renders and/or assists with complete nursing care, treatments, dressings, and other physician orders.
- Transcribe physician’s orders promptly and accurately.
- Review patient records daily to assure accuracy and completeness.
- Document comprehensive and complete nursing notes.
- Maintain accurate awareness of residents on alert list/conduct and document RN assessments as needed.
- Document and report any unusual or significant findings; contact the physician when necessary.
- Administer medication according to procedure if applicable.
- Initiate any and all emergency procedures as necessary.
- Conduct oversight of Charge Nurse and CNA performances.
- Contributes to and promotes positive resident and family relations.
- Other duties may be assigned by manager.
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
- Must possess accurate and comprehensive assessment skills.
- Must have knowledge of restorative nursing and rehabilitation policies and utilizes appropriately.
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
- Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
- Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long term care.
- Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel.
- Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care.
- Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
- Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.
- Must be able to communicate effectively with appropriate personnel regarding emergency situations.
- Competitive and Weekly Pay
- Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees
- Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Exclusive Employer Discount Program
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Vacation and Personal Time
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Health insurance among the lowest employee contributions in the state (Employee Contributions as low as $12.00 for singles & $39.00 for families)
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Job Features
| Job Category | Nursing, Registered Nurse - RN, Supervisor |