Clinical Nurse Leader (RN) – Hartford, CT

Cross Country Healthcare; Connecticut; On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) with match

PTO

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Wellness programs

Job summary

Cross Country Healthcare is seeking a Clinical Nurse Leader (RN) in Connecticut to provide clinical guidance, support nursing staff, coordinate patient care, and improve outcomes. Four days per week, 40 hours with no regular weekend commitments, ideal for an experienced acute care nurse with Charge Nurse leadership experience.

Responsibilities include mentoring staff, leading quality improvement initiatives, coordinating with physicians and interdisciplinary teams, and supporting patient flow.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in CT or eligible multistate license.
• Acute care nursing experience required.
• Previous Charge Nurse or leadership responsibilities.
• Wound care certification preferred; must obtain within six months if not held.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and care coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical guidance for complex patient care needs.
• Coordinate care with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.
• Support daily unit operations, staffing, admissions, discharges, and patient flow.
• Mentor, educate, and coach nursing staff.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and promote patient safety.
• Serve as a clinical resource for wound care and pressure injury prevention.
• Support evidence-based nursing practices and improved patient outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Care coordination

Mentoring

Wound care knowledge

Job description

Schedule: Four days per week | 40 hours per week | No regular weekend commitment

We are seeking a Clinical Nurse Leader (RN) to provide clinical guidance, support nursing staff, coordinate patient care, and improve clinical outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced acute care nurse with Charge Nurse experience who enjoys mentoring others and supporting high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical guidance for complex patient care needs.
• Coordinate care with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Support daily unit operations, staffing assignments, admissions, discharges, and patient flow.
• Mentor, educate, and coach nursing staff.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and promote patient safety.
• Serve as a clinical resource for wound care, skin integrity, and pressure injury prevention.
• Support evidence-based nursing practices and improved patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse license valid in Connecticut or an eligible multistate license.
• Acute care nursing experience required.
• Previous Charge Nurse experience or demonstrated clinical leadership responsibilities.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and care coordination skills.
• Wound care certification preferred; candidates without an accepted certification must obtain one within six months of hire.

Schedule and Benefits

• Four-day work week, totaling 40 hours.
• Preferred shift: 6:00 AM–4:00 PM, with flexibility for candidates who can arrive before 7:00 AM.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
• Paid time off, disability coverage, and life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
• Additional wellness and voluntary benefits.

If you have acute care experience, a background in Charge Nurse responsibilities, and a passion for clinical leadership, we would love to connect with you!