Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiology E4 (Per Diem)

Backus Hospital • Norwich, CT

8d

About The Position

Backus Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse for its 28-bed E4 Cardiology Telemetry unit, which serves as the central cardiac monitoring site for inpatient floors. The team provides patient- and family-centered care in a supportive environment focused on caring and healing.

The nurse demonstrates clinical competence through the nursing process and development of a synergistic nurse-patient relationship. The role includes assessing and identifying patient problems and needs, establishing a plan of care, and implementing and evaluating care provided to patients.

Per diem requirements are 96 hours every six months, one weekend shift per month, and one holiday per year.

Requirements

• Graduate of a school of Nursing.
• At least one year of RN experience and/or successful completion of the Backus Hospital Nurse Residency Program.
• Current unrestricted license in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) upon hire.
• Obtain and maintain Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications within 90 days of hire.
• Pass the dysrhythmia test within three months of hire.
• Pass the BKAT with a score of 80% or complete a critical care course within one year of hire.
• Obtain and maintain department-specific certifications.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Two or more years of experience in this clinical area.

Responsibilities

• Use the nursing process to provide patient care.
• Develop a synergistic nurse-patient relationship.
• Assess and identify patient problems and needs.
• Establish a plan of care.
• Implement and evaluate care provided to patients.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.
• Opportunities for career development and growth.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed