PICU Nurse: Pediatric Critical Care & Leadership

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

Job summary

A pediatric health system in Hartford is seeking a registered nurse responsible for providing direct nursing care in a specialized environment dedicated to children's health. Candidates should have an ASN upon hire, a BSN preferred within three years, and relevant experience in pediatric care. This role emphasizes clinical expertise, effective communication with patients and families, and compliance with health care standards.

Qualifications

• Requires ASN upon hire and BSN within 3 years.
• 2-5 years of PICU and/or adult critical care experience.
• Current Connecticut Registered Nurse licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide direct professional nursing care.
• Demonstrate clinical expertise and use nursing process.
• Complete documentation and communicate effectively.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Interpersonal communication

Patient education

Cultural sensitivity

Education

ASN required upon hire

BSN preferred upon hire

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training

Job description

A pediatric health system in Hartford is seeking a registered nurse responsible for providing direct nursing care in a specialized environment dedicated to children's health. Candidates should have an ASN upon hire, a BSN preferred within three years, and relevant experience in pediatric care. This role emphasizes clinical expertise, effective communication with patients and families, and compliance with health care standards.