Pediatric ICU Nurse & Care Leader

Connecticut Children's; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Connecticut Children's in Hartford is seeking a professional nurse responsible for delivering patient care and ensuring optimal outcomes during treatment. The role entails collaboration with families and healthcare teams, demonstrating clinical expertise, and contributing to unit leadership.

The ideal candidate should possess an ASN upon hire, with a BSN required within three years, alongside Connecticut RN licensure. Experience in pediatric care, particularly in PICU settings, is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of pediatric experience preferred, 2-5 years in PICU or adult critical care highly regarded.
• Current State of Connecticut Registered Nurse licensure is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is mandatory upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care for patients throughout their treatment.
• Demonstrate clinical expertise and utilize nursing processes for patient care.
• Communicate effectively within the healthcare team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Basic computer proficiency

Education

ASN required upon hire

BSN preferred upon hire

Job description

Connecticut Children's in Hartford is seeking a professional nurse responsible for delivering patient care and ensuring optimal outcomes during treatment. The role entails collaboration with families and healthcare teams, demonstrating clinical expertise, and contributing to unit leadership.

The ideal candidate should possess an ASN upon hire, with a BSN required within three years, alongside Connecticut RN licensure. Experience in pediatric care, particularly in PICU settings, is preferred.