Registered Nurse (RN, GN) - Oncology

Hartford HealthCare•Hartford, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Hartford HealthCare is a comprehensive healthcare network with over 40,000 colleagues, committed to patient care. Hartford Hospital, a Level I trauma center and teaching hospital, is known for its advanced technology, medical care, and patient safety initiatives, including the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI) and the Northeast’s largest robotic surgery center. The CB2 unit specifically serves the medical oncology population, including patients with solid tumor cancers, hematological cancers, acute leukemia, lymphoma, and benign hematology, as well as providing hospice and end-of-life care. The unit also accommodates med-surg overflow patients when appropriate. Nurses on this unit work in collaborative, diverse environments with strong interdisciplinary teams, focusing on a patient-centered care model. Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager, the registered nurse applies evidence-based practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, hospital policies, and medical staff directives. The role involves using the nursing process to develop and implement a plan of care that addresses the physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and educational needs of patients and their families.

Requirements

Current Connecticut RN License
Graduate of an accredited nursing school
ASN Required (Must obtain a BSN within 6 years of starting in the RN role)
BLS certification by the American Heart Association required prior to date of hire

Nice To Haves

BSN preferred

Responsibilities

Utilize evidence based practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, policies and procedures of the hospital and as directed by the medical staff
Use the nursing process to develop a plan of care which includes standards of practice to meet the physical, emotional spiritual, cultural and educational needs of the patient and family