Registered Nurse Acute (RN) - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

The Hospital of Central Connecticut • New Britain, CT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse works in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in the Family Birth Place. The NICU is staffed by a multidisciplinary team that includes 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 uses evidence-based practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies and procedures. The nurse develops plans of care for patients with complex, varied needs, addressing the physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and educational needs of patients and their families.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Associate’s degree in Nursing.
• Successful completion of 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 license for the State of Connecticut.
• BLS Provider credential from the American Heart Association.
• Must be able to communicate information effectively in English.
• Knowledge of 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.
• Cultural sensitivity in interactions with patients, families, and coworkers.
• Knowledge of and demonstrated skills in providing care for age-specific populations.
• Ability to work as part of a collaborative team.
• Self-directed clinical practice and ability to manage and organize multiple clinical priorities.
• Strong computer skills and ability to use industry applications and programs and learn new technology.

Nice To Haves

• Membership in a professional nursing organization is preferred.
• 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 patients with complex, varied needs, addressing patients’ and families’ physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and educational needs.
• Develop, deliver, and evaluate patient care.
• Care for a full patient assignment, with scope of responsibilities expanding over time.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team.
• Act as a preceptor and charge nurse as needed.
• Manage and organize multiple clinical priorities.

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: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree