Yale New Haven Health·Westerly, Rhode Island
The Registered Nurse manages individualized, goal-directed nursing care using the nursing process and primary nursing principles. They are responsible for ongoing physical and psychological patient assessments and documenting care in accordance with hospital policies.
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.
Under the direction of the nurse manager, manages individualized, goal-directed nursing care through the use of the nursing process and the principles of primary nursing, in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures.
EDUCATION Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. EXPERIENCE Previous Geriatric Psych exp pref; Previous hospital exp pref LICENSURE Current RI License BLS required CPI training within 1 yr of employment SPECIAL SKILLS Previous geriatric psychiatric experience preferred
YNHHS Requisition ID: 189951
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited school of nursing and hold a current Rhode Island nursing license. Previous experience in geriatric psychiatry and hospital settings is preferred, along with BLS certification and CPI training.
Market context
Rhode Island nursing jobs typically show steady demand, especially for RNs with medical-surgical or ambulatory experience and current state licensure. These roles are competitive because employers often prefer a BSN and wound care certifications, and this posting’s requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. Before applying, confirm your Rhode Island RN license status and highlight any wound care or outpatient experience in your resume.