Registered Nurse – Graduate Nurse (RN, GN) – Med Surg A3

Backus Hospital; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Backus Hospital in Norwich, CT seeks an experienced RN for a 30-bed unit, delivering compassionate care and applying ERAS protocols where applicable. You will assess patient needs, plan and implement care, and collaborate with a diverse team in a fast-paced setting.

Required is RN licensure in CT with a BSN preferred, BLS at hire, and within 90 days PALS; ACLS preferred. Prior unit experience and strong interpersonal skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a school of Nursing; BSN preferred.
• 1+ year RN experience; 2+ years in the unit preferred.
• Current CT RN license in good standing.
• BLS required at hire; PALS within 90 days.
• ACLS and department certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and identify patient problems; develop a care plan.
• Implement and evaluate nursing care using the nursing process.
• Communicate with patients, families, and the healthcare team.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Stress management

Patient care focus

Education

BSN preferred

CT RN license

BLS certification

PALS within 90 days

ACLS certification preferred

Tools

BLS

PALS certification

ACLS certification

EMR proficiency

Job description

Location Detail: Backus Hospital (10309)

Shift Detail: Every other weekend, every other holiday

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.

Since 1893, Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut. We are home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties and are the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services. We deliver and coordinate a continuum of high-quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of our communities.

A3 is a 30-bed unit where our dedicated team of nursing and healthcare professionals provides compassionate care to a varied Medical/Surgical patient population. Our staff follows Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols for improved postoperative outcomes. We are an energetic, collaborative team that is committed to excellence within in a fast-paced environment. Combining our skill and use of innovative technology, our patient and family centered care creates an environment that promotes caring and healing.

JOB SUMMARY

Demonstrates clinical competence through utilization of the nursing process and development of a synergistic nurse-patient relationship. Assesses and identifies patient problems/needs, establishes a plan of care, implements and evaluates care provided to patients.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a school of Nursing. BSN preferred
• One (1) year RN experience and/or successful completion of the Backus Hospital Nurse Residency Program. Two (2) or more years of experience in this clinical area preferred.
• Current unrestricted license in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) upon hire.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications within 90 days of hire. Ability to obtain and maintain department specific certifications. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification and certification in clinical area preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Basic knowledge of Nursing principles and practices. Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions. Communicates effectively in order to provide technical or complex information as well as instruction. Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with departments, employees, physicians, managers and patients. Ability to handle multiple priorities, be flexible and a team player. Ability to work in a stressful environment. Commitment to customer service. Basic computer knowledge in order to enter/retrieve data.

Requires high level of analytical ability in order to gather and interpret information from various sources. Able to take the appropriate action in response to changes, circumstances, problems and/or emergency situations. Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.

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With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge — helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees– we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.