Registered Nurse Resident Acute (RN, GN) - Labor And Delivery
About The Position
The Registered Nurse Resident provides nursing care in the Labor and Delivery specialty at The Hospital of Central Connecticut, an acute-care community teaching hospital. Under the general direction of Nursing Leadership and in collaboration with a nurse preceptor, nurse educator, and interdisciplinary team, the resident uses evidence-based practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies and procedures. The role develops a plan of care that addresses the physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and educational needs of patients and families. Graduate registered nurses with less than one year of experience are automatically enrolled in the Nurse Residency Program, which offers clinical instruction and additional learning opportunities as they develop their practice.
Requirements
- Completion of a formal nursing program.
- Associate’s degree in Nursing.
- Registered Nurse license in the State of Connecticut.
- American Heart Association (AHA) Certified BLS Provider credential obtained within 30 days of hire or job transfer.
- Ability to communicate information effectively in English.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of nursing.
- Basic knowledge of high reliability.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Self-direction in clinical responsibilities.
- Ability to manage and organize multiple clinical priorities.
- Proficiency in basic computer skills and industry applications or programs, and ability to learn new technology and programs.
Nice To Haves
- Additional certifications may be required in specific specialties.
Responsibilities
- Develop a plan of care that meets patients’ and families’ physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and educational needs.
- Use evidence-based nursing practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies and procedures.
- Develop, deliver, and evaluate patient care.
- Work toward managing a full patient assignment, with an expanding scope of responsibilities over time.
- Collaborate with a nurse preceptor, nurse educator, and interdisciplinary team.
- Use communication skills to foster a healthy work environment and facilitate positive patient outcomes and experiences.
- Apply knowledge of care for age-specific populations and demonstrate cultural sensitivity in interactions with patients, families, and coworkers.
Benefits
- Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 after six months of employment.
- Tuition discounts of up to 40% with partner 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.
- Nurse Residency Program enrollment for graduate RNs with less than one year of experience, including clinical instruction and additional learning opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
