Registered Nurse (RN) - NICU in Ansonia, CT

Join our team where every moment matters! At St. Vincent's Medical Center, we prioritize exceptional care for our patients and our dedicated Registered Nurses. Here, you'll find a supportive environment with valuable benefits tailored for you and your family.

Why Our Nurses Love Working Here:
• Automatic enrollment in the Nurse Residency Program for all graduate RNs with less than one year of experience.
• Bridge to Residency (B2R) Program with coaching to support NCLEX exam success.
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 after six months of employment, along with up to 40% tuition discounts for you and your dependents at partnering institutions.
• Loan forgiveness for qualifying existing student loans.
• Access to employee assistance and wellness programs focused on mental health support.
• Paid time off and comprehensive health insurance packages.
• Free on-site parking.
• Discounts on services, products, and optional coverages including movie tickets, pet insurance, travel, and more!
• Opportunities to engage in Colleague Resource Groups (CRGs) that advocate for diverse voices within leadership.

Job Summary:

As a Registered Nurse in our NICU, you will provide direct nursing care according to established policies and protocols.

Responsibilities Include:
• Implementing and monitoring patient care plans, recording and communicating patient conditions as needed.
• Coordinating patient care among all disciplines for well-coordinated service delivery.
• Following through on physician and nursing orders.
• Assessing patients' discharge planning needs with the healthcare team.
• Demonstrating knowledge and skills to assess individual patient needs and provide tailored care.
• Delegating care responsibilities to fellow nursing personnel as appropriate to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Participating in daily interdisciplinary rounds and contributing to patient care discussions.
• Adhering to the ANA Scope and Standards of Nursing Practice, Code of Ethics, and Social Policy Statement.
• Developing and revising individualized plans of care as necessary.
• Engaging in professional growth activities outside of direct patient care.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
• Labor and delivery experience required.
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Associate degree required; BSN preferred.
• Current Connecticut RN license.
• BLS certification by the American Heart Association.
• Two years of Medical-Surgical/Critical Care experience preferred.

St. Vincent's Medical Center is a Magnet-designated institution with a commitment to nursing excellence, offering a supportive environment where you can make a difference. Located at 2800 Main Street, Bridgeport, CT 06606, we are a Level 2 Trauma Center that is part of Hartford HealthCare, which encompasses a network committed to providing access to top-tier health services.