Registered Nurse (RN) - Surgical A4

Hartford Healthcare•Norwich, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides patient care on A4, a 31-bed pre- and post-operative inpatient surgical unit at Backus Hospital. The unit cares for patients recovering from general and orthopedic surgery, bariatric procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, and Women’s Health, as well as medical patients. The team includes new graduate and experienced nurses, nursing leaders, and other healthcare professionals working in a fast-paced, supportive environment. A4 is recognized as an Advanced Total Joint and Advanced Spine center of excellence by the Joint Commission. The nurse demonstrates clinical competence by using the nursing process and developing a synergistic nurse-patient relationship. The role involves assessing and identifying patient problems and needs, establishing a plan of care, implementing care, and evaluating the care provided. The unit combines clinical skills and innovative technology to support patient- and family-centered care.

Requirements

Graduate of a school of Nursing.
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) certification upon hire.
Basic knowledge of nursing principles and practices.
Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions.
Ability to communicate technical or complex information and provide instruction effectively.
Excellent interpersonal skills for communicating with departments, employees, physicians, managers, and patients.
Ability to handle multiple priorities, be flexible, and work as a team player.
Ability to work in a stressful environment.
Commitment to customer service.
Basic computer knowledge for entering and retrieving data.
Analytical ability to gather and interpret information from various sources.
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.

Responsibilities

Use the nursing process and develop a synergistic nurse-patient relationship.
Assess patients and identify their problems and needs.
Establish a plan of care.
Implement and evaluate care provided to patients.
Respond appropriately to changes, circumstances, problems, and emergency situations.