Registered Nurse Acute (RN) - Family Birthing Center

The Hospital of Central Connecticut • New Britain, CT

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction of Nursing Leadership and in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, the Registered Nurse uses evidence-based practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies and procedures. The role develops plans of care for complex, multi-varianced patient populations, incorporating standards of practice to address patients’ and families’ physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and educational needs. The nurse cares for a full patient assignment, with the scope of responsibilities expanding over time, and may act as a preceptor or charge nurse as needed. The position is in the Family Birthing Center at The Hospital of Central Connecticut.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Associate’s degree in Nursing.
• Successful completion of a nurse residency, if applicable.
• One year of experience with a minimum of 1,000 hours of clinical experience as a licensed registered nurse.
• Registered Nurse licensure in the State of Connecticut.
• BLS Provider credential from the American Heart Association.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English.
• Apply the principles and practices of nursing.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, deliver, and evaluate patient care.
• Knowledge of high reliability.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated cultural sensitivity in interactions with patients, families, and coworkers.
• Knowledge and demonstrated skills in providing care for age-specific populations.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Self-directed clinical practice and ability to manage multiple clinical priorities.
• Strong computer skills and ability to use industry applications and learn new technologies and programs.

Nice To Haves

• Membership in a professional nursing organization.
• Additional certifications may be required in specific specialties.

Responsibilities

• Use evidence-based nursing practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies and procedures.
• Develop plans of care for complex, multi-varianced patient populations.
• Address patients’ and families’ physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and educational needs.
• Deliver and evaluate patient care and manage a full patient assignment.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and contribute to a healthy work environment and positive patient outcomes.
• Manage and organize multiple clinical priorities.
• Act as a preceptor and charge nurse as needed.

Benefits

• Automatic enrollment in the Nurse Residency Program for graduate RNs with less than one year of experience.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 after six months of employment.
• Up to 40% tuition discounts with partnering institutions for colleagues and dependents.
• Loan forgiveness for qualifying existing student loans.
• Employee assistance and wellness programs, including a focus on mental health.
• Paid time off.
• Health insurance packages.
• Free on-site parking.
• Discounts on services, products, and optional coverages, including movie tickets, pet insurance, and travel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree