RN: New Graduate Nurse Heart and Vascular (telemetry) Service Line with Residency- Summer 2027
About The Position
The Registered Nurse assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and supervises individual patient care on a nursing unit or department according to unit policies and procedures. The RN works under the supervision of the Nurse Manager or Clinical Coordinator, provides supervision to non-RN personnel, and delegates and supervises unit activities when serving as charge nurse. The position may require work on other nursing units based on staffing and patient needs, and includes other duties as assigned to maintain a high level of service. This is a new graduate RN position in the Heart and Vascular telemetry service line with a residency program for Summer 2027. The RN provides care in accordance with the applicable Nurse Practice Act, professional standards, and organizational standards of behavior.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
- Hold a current Connecticut Registered Nurse license.
- Have current BCLS certification or obtain it within one month of hire.
- Practice within the state Nurse Practice Act and applicable scope and standards of practice.
- Uphold organizational standards of professional behavior and demonstrate integrity, patient-centeredness, respect, accountability, and compassion.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- Clinical specialty certification.
- Advance through the SPIRE clinical advancement program.
Responsibilities
- Assess the patient’s physical and psychosocial condition throughout the continuum of care.
- Develop, communicate, and document individualized plans of care, involving the patient, family, and healthcare team.
- Implement and coordinate the plan of care in collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Evaluate the plan of care, patient response, and readiness for discharge; revise the plan and make referrals as needed.
- Assess patient and family learning needs and readiness, provide education, and document outcomes.
- Function as a preceptor to new staff.
- Function as a charge nurse, delegating and supervising unit activities.
- Meet performance expectations for customer service, teamwork, resource utilization, and staff and self-development.
- Demonstrate competency in neuro patient care, including neuro assessment, airway management, tracheostomy care, and care during special neuro procedures.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the TIA teaching program.
- Perform pharyngeal, endotracheal, and tracheostomy suctioning according to established policy and procedure.
- Demonstrate skill in use of equipment and care of patients in a halo brace and patients on ventilators.
- Perform other duties as assigned or directed to support smooth department or unit operations.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
- Paid time off.
- Flexible scheduling options.
- Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
- Employee wellness initiatives and support programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
