Lead Behavioral Health RN - Pediatric ED

Connecticut Children's; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Connecticut Children's in Hartford, CT seeks an experienced Team Leader for Behavioral Health in the Emergency Department to plan and provide direct professional nursing care across the episode of service delivery. You will lead clinical staff, ensure safe patient care, and foster teamwork with families and the healthcare team.

Strong interpersonal skills and clinical leadership are essential, with RN licensure, BLS, and pediatric experience preferred.

Qualifications

• RN license required; current state licensure.
• BLS/CPR for adult, child & infant required on hire.
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention and PALS within specified timelines.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide direct nursing care across the episode of service delivery.
• Lead clinical staff and foster teamwork with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Coordinate unit activities, policies, and productivity.
• Document care in a timely and accurate manner.
• Drive quality improvement initiatives and safety culture.

Skills

Leadership

Behavioral health

Communication

Teamwork

De-escalation

Education

Nursing degree or diploma

BSN preferred

Job description

Connecticut Children's in Hartford, CT seeks an experienced Team Leader for Behavioral Health in the Emergency Department to plan and provide direct professional nursing care across the episode of service delivery. You will lead clinical staff, ensure safe patient care, and foster teamwork with families and the healthcare team.

Strong interpersonal skills and clinical leadership are essential, with RN licensure, BLS, and pediatric experience preferred.