Graduate Nurse (RN) / Nursing Float Pool

IntelliResume; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nurse Residency Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Loan Forgiveness

Health insurance

Paid time off

Free parking

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare is seeking a Graduate Nurse (RN) for the Nursing Float Pool at St. Vincent's Medical Center in Bridgeport, CT. This full-time role supports direct patient care and care coordination in a dynamic, interdisciplinary environment.

Ideal candidates are graduates from an accredited nursing program with CT RN licensure and BLS certification. Associate degree is required; BSN preferred. The position offers residency opportunities and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
• Associate degree required; BSN preferred.
• Current Connecticut RN license.
• BLS certification by the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor patient care plans.
• Monitor, record, and communicate patient condition as appropriate.
• Serve as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
• Note and carry out physician and nursing orders.
• Assess and coordinate patient's discharge planning needs with the healthcare team.
• Delegate aspects of care to other nursing personnel.
• Participate in daily interdisciplinary patient rounds.
• Develop, implement, and revise individualized plans of care.

Education

Associate degree

BSN preferred

Job description

About This Role

The Graduate Nurse (RN) position in the Nursing Float Pool at Hartford HealthCare is ideal for recent nursing graduates seeking to provide direct patient care in a dynamic environment. This role involves implementing patient care plans and coordinating care across various disciplines.

Highlights

• Location: Bridgeport, CT
• Facility: St. Vincent's Medical Center
• Schedule: Full Time, Rotating shifts

What You'll Do

• Implement and monitor patient care plans.
• Monitor, record, and communicate patient condition as appropriate.
• Serve as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
• Note and carry out physician and nursing orders.
• Assess and coordinate patient's discharge planning needs with the healthcare team.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to assess patients' needs.
• Delegate aspects of care to other nursing personnel.
• Participate in daily interdisciplinary patient rounds.
• Develop, implement, and revise individualized plans of care.
• Participate in activities for professional growth and development outside of patient care.

Requirements

Education

• Associate degree required; BSN preferred.

Experience

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school.

Licenses & Certifications

• Current Connecticut RN license.
• BLS certification by the American Heart Association.

Benefits

• Automatic enrollment into the Nurse Residency Program for all graduate RNs with less than one year of experience.
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250.00 after six months of employment.
• Loan forgiveness for qualifying existing student loans.
• Employee assistance and wellness programs with a focus on mental health.
• Paid time off and health insurance packages.
• Free parking on-site.
• Discounts on services, products, and optional coverages.

About Hartford HealthCare

Hartford HealthCare is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. With a system that includes 7 acute care hospitals and a comprehensive network of services, they enhance access, affordability, equity, and excellence in healthcare across Connecticut.