Registered Nurse, EmPATH Unit Per Diem

Griffin Health Services•Derby, CT

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Staff RNs are needed for Griffin Hospital's EmPATH unit. New graduates with a passion for Emergency medicine and Behavioral Health are welcome to apply. Griffin is opening its EmPATH unit, which stands for Emergency Psychiatric Assessment, Treatment and Healing. This unit will be the first of its kind in the State of Connecticut. The unit will serve as a safe haven for patients experiencing mental health or behavioral health crises, providing patient-focused care in a warm, calming, and dignified environment. Griffin Hospital is a 160-bed acute care community hospital serving over 100,000 residents. It is the flagship hospital for Planetree, an international leader in patient-centered care, and has received national recognition for its patient-centered approach. Griffin Hospital is known for its high patient satisfaction ratings and numerous quality and clinical excellence awards. It has been recognized by FORTUNE Magazine as one of the "100 Best Companies to Work For" for 10 consecutive years and by Newsweek as a "World’s Best Hospital" for seven consecutive years. Griffin's patient-centered care model enables nurses to build strong connections with patients and experience the fulfillment of helping others heal. As an independent community hospital, Griffin utilizes a flat organizational structure, encouraging nurses to be more involved in care decision-making and fostering a stronger connection with the medical care team. The hospital's suburban location offers a convenient commute, free parking, and an escape from congested city environments. Employees benefit from generous benefits and wellness programs.