Critical Care Registered Nurse (ICU) in Cheshire, CT
Job Description
Location Detail: 100 Grand Street New Britain (10126)
Shift Detail: 36 hour RN Critical Care Day position, EOW. 1-3 years of experience preferred.
Join Hartford Healthcare where every moment matters! Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come together with a common mission: to take pride in every moment we spend caring for patients. We invite you to be part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.
The Hospital of Central Connecticut is committed to not only providing outstanding care for our patients but also to ensuring our Registered Nurses are well supported and valued. Our benefits are designed to assist you in caring for yourself and your loved ones, as you care for others.
What our nurses love about Hartford Healthcare:
• Automatic enrollment in the Nurse Residency Program for all new graduate RNs with less than one year of experience.
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 after six months of employment and up to a 40% tuition discount with partner institutions for colleagues and dependents.
• Loan forgiveness for eligible student loans.
• Employee assistance and wellness programs, with a strong emphasis on mental health promotion.
• Generous paid time off and health insurance packages.
• Free on-site parking.
• Discounts on various goods and services, like movie tickets, pet insurance, travel, and more!
At Hartford Healthcare, we empower our Registered Nurses to practice at the peak of their licensure, leveraging innovative research and evidence-based practices. Our Graduate Registered Nurses receive clinical instruction and additional learning opportunities while completing the Nurse Residency Program.
The Hospital of Central Connecticut is an acute-care community teaching hospital that offers a wide spectrum of inpatient and outpatient services, including general medicine, surgery, and many specialties. Our talented professional staff is dedicated to providing comprehensive care to patients of all ages.
The Critical Care Unit at the Hospital of Central Connecticut is a 24-bed unit featuring all private rooms. Our team includes experienced Registered Nurses, Nurse Assistants, and Administrative Support Staff, with attending Physicians and Mid-level providers available around the clock. Our unit boasts advanced technology, such as Electronic Patient Records, and our staff collaborates in a patient-centered care model within a richly diverse environment.
Job Summary: Under the guidance of Nursing Leadership and in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, the Registered Nurse utilizes evidence-based practices in line with the State Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies. This role involves developing comprehensive care plans for complex patients, addressing their physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and educational needs.
Qualifications
Education:
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Associate's degree in Nursing.
• Successful completion of a nurse residency program, if applicable.
Experience:
• One year of nursing experience with at least 1000 hours of clinical practice as a licensed RN.
• Experience with IV/line placement required; ACLS certification is a must.
• 1-3 years of CCU or med-surgical experience preferred; Graduate Nurses considered.
Licensure, Certification, Registration:
• Registered Nurse in the State of CT.
• Certified BLS Provider credentialed by the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Additional certifications may be required for specific specialties.
Language Skills: Must effectively communicate in English.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Applies nursing principles and practices.
• Membership in a professional nursing organization preferred.
• Demonstrates ability to plan, deliver, and evaluate patient care.
• Ability to manage a full patient assignment with growing responsibilities.
• Knowledge of high reliability principles.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to foster a positive work environment and enhance patient outcomes.
• Cultural sensitivity in interactions with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Competence in caring for diverse age groups.
• Collaboration skills in a team environment.
• Ability to act as a preceptor and charge nurse as needed.
• Self-directed with clinical responsibilities.
• Skill in organizing and prioritizing multiple clinical tasks.
• Proficient computer skills and adaptability to new technologies as needed.
The Hospital of Central CT is part of Hartford HealthCare, which includes 7 acute care hospitals, a comprehensive Behavioral Health Network, Home Care services, Senior Services, and an extensive Medical Group network. Hartford HealthCare's unified approach enhances access, affordability, equity, and excellence in care delivery, impacting more than 23,000 lives every single day. Join us, where every moment matters.
Shift Detail: 36 hour RN Critical Care Day position, EOW. 1-3 years of experience preferred.
Join Hartford Healthcare where every moment matters! Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come together with a common mission: to take pride in every moment we spend caring for patients. We invite you to be part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.
The Hospital of Central Connecticut is committed to not only providing outstanding care for our patients but also to ensuring our Registered Nurses are well supported and valued. Our benefits are designed to assist you in caring for yourself and your loved ones, as you care for others.
What our nurses love about Hartford Healthcare:
• Automatic enrollment in the Nurse Residency Program for all new graduate RNs with less than one year of experience.
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 after six months of employment and up to a 40% tuition discount with partner institutions for colleagues and dependents.
• Loan forgiveness for eligible student loans.
• Employee assistance and wellness programs, with a strong emphasis on mental health promotion.
• Generous paid time off and health insurance packages.
• Free on-site parking.
• Discounts on various goods and services, like movie tickets, pet insurance, travel, and more!
At Hartford Healthcare, we empower our Registered Nurses to practice at the peak of their licensure, leveraging innovative research and evidence-based practices. Our Graduate Registered Nurses receive clinical instruction and additional learning opportunities while completing the Nurse Residency Program.
The Hospital of Central Connecticut is an acute-care community teaching hospital that offers a wide spectrum of inpatient and outpatient services, including general medicine, surgery, and many specialties. Our talented professional staff is dedicated to providing comprehensive care to patients of all ages.
The Critical Care Unit at the Hospital of Central Connecticut is a 24-bed unit featuring all private rooms. Our team includes experienced Registered Nurses, Nurse Assistants, and Administrative Support Staff, with attending Physicians and Mid-level providers available around the clock. Our unit boasts advanced technology, such as Electronic Patient Records, and our staff collaborates in a patient-centered care model within a richly diverse environment.
Job Summary: Under the guidance of Nursing Leadership and in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, the Registered Nurse utilizes evidence-based practices in line with the State Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies. This role involves developing comprehensive care plans for complex patients, addressing their physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and educational needs.
Qualifications
Education:
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Associate's degree in Nursing.
• Successful completion of a nurse residency program, if applicable.
Experience:
• One year of nursing experience with at least 1000 hours of clinical practice as a licensed RN.
• Experience with IV/line placement required; ACLS certification is a must.
• 1-3 years of CCU or med-surgical experience preferred; Graduate Nurses considered.
Licensure, Certification, Registration:
• Registered Nurse in the State of CT.
• Certified BLS Provider credentialed by the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Additional certifications may be required for specific specialties.
Language Skills: Must effectively communicate in English.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Applies nursing principles and practices.
• Membership in a professional nursing organization preferred.
• Demonstrates ability to plan, deliver, and evaluate patient care.
• Ability to manage a full patient assignment with growing responsibilities.
• Knowledge of high reliability principles.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to foster a positive work environment and enhance patient outcomes.
• Cultural sensitivity in interactions with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Competence in caring for diverse age groups.
• Collaboration skills in a team environment.
• Ability to act as a preceptor and charge nurse as needed.
• Self-directed with clinical responsibilities.
• Skill in organizing and prioritizing multiple clinical tasks.
• Proficient computer skills and adaptability to new technologies as needed.
The Hospital of Central CT is part of Hartford HealthCare, which includes 7 acute care hospitals, a comprehensive Behavioral Health Network, Home Care services, Senior Services, and an extensive Medical Group network. Hartford HealthCare's unified approach enhances access, affordability, equity, and excellence in care delivery, impacting more than 23,000 lives every single day. Join us, where every moment matters.
Job Details
Medical Speciality
Critical & Intensive Care
Employment Type
Full-time
Required License
RN (Registered Nurse)
Work Setting
HospitalICU
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About The Hospital of Central Connecticut
The Hospital of Central Connecticut is a healthcare provider serving the local community. For more information about their services and facilities, you can visit their website at thocc.org.