Registered Nurse Acute (RN) - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
About The Position
The Hospital of Central Connecticut is seeking a Registered Nurse to work in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) within the Family Birth Place. The NICU is staffed by a multidisciplinary care team including board-certified neonatologists, certified pediatric physician assistants, and neonatal nurses. Under the general direction of Nursing Leadership and in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, the Registered Nurse utilizes evidence-based practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, and policies and procedures of the hospital. This position develops a plan of care for complex, multi-varianced population of patients, which includes standards of practice to meet the physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and educational needs of the patient and family.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
- Associate’s degree in Nursing.
- One year of experience with a minimum of 1000 hours of clinical experience as a licensed registered nurse.
- Registered Nurse, State of CT
- Certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA)
- Must be able to effectively communicate information in English.
- Demonstrated ability to develop, deliver and evaluate patient care.
- Knowledge of high reliability.
- Strong knowledge of and demonstrated skills in providing care for age specific populations.
- Strong computer skills and use of industry applications/programs.
- Ability to learn new technology and programs as advancements and changes are implemented.
Nice To Haves
- Successful completion of nurse residency, if applicable.
- Membership in a professional nursing organization preferred.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Uses communication skills to foster a healthy work environment and facilitate positive patient outcomes and experience.
- Demonstrates cultural sensitivity in all interactions with patients/families and co-workers.
- Strong ability to work as part of a collaborative team.
Responsibilities
- Applies the principles and practices of nursing.
- Cares for a full patient assignment with expanding scope of responsibilities over time.
- Develops a plan of care for complex, multi-varianced population of patients, which includes standards of practice to meet the physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and educational needs of the patient and family.
- Ability to act as a preceptor and charge nurse as needed.
- Self-directed in clinical responsibilities.
- Ability to manage and organize multiple clinical priorities.
Benefits
- Automatic enrollment into the Nurse Residency Program for all graduate RNs with less than one year of experience.
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250.00 after six months of employment
- Up to 40% tuition discounts with partnering institutions for colleague AND dependents
- Loan forgiveness for qualifying existing student loans
- Employee assistance and wellness programs including a strong focus on promoting mental health
- Paid time off
- Health insurance packages
- Free parking on-site
- Discounts on services, products and optional coverages – movie tickets, pet insurance, travel and more!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
