Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency - Evening Shift | 32 hours

Day Kimball Health; Putnam (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Paid time off

Health insurance

Job summary

Day Kimball Health in Putnam, CT, seeks an Emergency Department RN to deliver high-acuity, patient-centered care in a fast-paced setting. The role emphasizes rapid assessment, stabilization, and intervention with a relationship-based care model.

Qualifications include CT RN license and accredited nursing education; CPR is required, with ACLS/PALS as orientation-ready. Competitive shift differentials apply for evening/night/weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing is required.
• RN license issued by the state of Connecticut is required.
• ACLS/PALS may be required or completed within orientation.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, evaluate and communicate all phases of nursing care in the ED.
• Assess patients’ health status via history and exam.
• Initiate therapeutic and diagnostic procedures per protocols.
• Educate patients on health promotion and disease prevention.
• Document findings and care plans in medical records.
• Collaborate with physicians and other staff for patient safety.

Skills

Critical thinking

Effective communication

Nursing judgment

Patient-centered care

Education

RN license CT

Graduate of accredited nursing program

CPR (AHA Healthcare Provider)

Tools

None

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) – Emergency Department (ED)

Every Other Weekend | Every Other Holiday

Competitive Shift Differential

Day Kimball Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Emergency Department in Putnam, CT. This role provides emergent, high-acuity care for patients presenting with undifferentiated and potentially life-threatening conditions requiring rapid assessment, stabilization, and intervention.

Clinical Overview

The Emergency Department Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for diagnosing responses to actual or potential health problems and providing basic emergent, supportive, and restorative care through use of the nursing process. Our nursing model is relationship-based, supporting individualized patient-centered care while operating in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment requiring strong clinical judgment, prioritization, and rapid decision-making.

Job Responsibilities

Accountable for planning, implementing, evaluating, and communicating all phases of nursing care for assigned patients in our Emergency Department

• Assesses the health status of patients/families by means of comprehensive health history and physical examination
• Initiates selected therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, consultations, and laboratory examination, interprets findings, and alters plan of care according to collaborative practice agreement and protocols in designated area
• Educates and counsels in the areas of health promotion, maintenance, disease prevention, and management of acute/chronic illnesses
• Documents findings and plan of care in the patient's medical record
• Consults with physician per established Day Kimball Hospital policy
• Intervenes to provide a safe environment and evaluates effectiveness of intervention for patients

Education and Experience Requirements

Required:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing is required.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the state of Connecticut is required.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR certification or equivalent is required; if not currently certified, must obtain within three (3) months of employment.

Other:

• Experience in Emergency Nursing is preferred.
• Completion of basic arrhythmia course and /or challenge exam within duration of orientation.
• Current ACLS certification or completion within duration of orientation.
• Current PALS certification or completion within duration of orientation.
• Current ENA ESI Triage course or completion within duration of orientation.
• Current NVCIT certification or completion within duration of orientation.
• Additional specialty certification/training as required by the work area.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to recognize unsafe and life‑threatening situations and how to intervene appropriately
• Demonstrated skills in critical thinking, effective communication, organizational skills, problem solving, and ability to make appropriate independent decisions
• Working knowledge of applicable Standards of Practice
• Demonstrated compassionate customer service and ability to meet the needs and expectations of patients and health care colleagues
• Solid foundation in evaluating plans of care and reformulating as necessary

Registered Nurse Benefits

• Earned Time Off (ETO), paid holidays, and sick time
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with eligible employer contributions
• Educational Assistance & Student Loan Reimbursement – $2,500 per fiscal year.
• Shift Differentials for eligible evening, night, and weekend shifts
• Pay-for-Performance opportunities
• Career Growth, Clinical Ladder Program, Mentorship, and Leadership Development
• Life Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs, Recognition Events, Food Truck Fridays, and Weekly Pay

About Day Kimball Health

For over 130 years, Day Kimball Health has been the trusted healthcare provider for the Northeastern Connecticut community, offering accessible and compassionate care close to home. As a non-profit, integrated healthcare provider, we are committed to delivering high-quality services while maintaining a strong connection with our patients and their families. We are committed to fostering a supportive, collaborative clinical environment where nursing professionals can grow, advance, and deliver exceptional patient care.

Day Kimball Health is an Affluent Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. Day Kimball Health is a smoke free environment.

Please note that the final offer may vary within the below range based on a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

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