Registered Nurse, EmPATH Unit

Griffin Health ServicesDerby, CT
Onsite

About The Position

Staff RNs are needed for Griffin Hospital's EmPATH unit. A sign-on bonus is available for experienced full-time RNs. New graduates with a passion for Emergency Medicine and Behavioral Health are encouraged to apply. Griffin Hospital is opening its EmPATH unit, which stands for Emergency Psychiatric Assessment, Treatment and Healing. This unit will be the first of its kind in Connecticut and will serve as a safe haven for patients experiencing mental health or behavioral health crises, providing patient-focused care in a warm, calming, and dignified environment. Griffin Hospital is a 160-bed acute care community hospital serving over 100,000 residents. It is the flagship hospital for Planetree, an international leader in patient-centered care, and has received national recognition for its patient-responsive approach. Griffin Hospital is known for its high patient satisfaction ratings and numerous quality and clinical excellence awards. It has been recognized by FORTUNE Magazine as one of the "100 Best Companies to Work For" for 10 consecutive years and by Newsweek as a "World’s Best Hospital" for seven consecutive years. Griffin's patient-centered care model enables nurses to form strong connections with patients, fostering a sense of pride and fulfillment. As an independent community hospital with a flat organizational structure, Griffin encourages nurse involvement in care decision-making, promoting a connected medical care team. The hospital's suburban location offers an easy commute, free parking, and is away from city congestion. Employees also benefit from generous benefits and wellness programs.

Requirements

  • Current CT RN License required.
  • Minimum of 1 year ER nursing experience required.

Nice To Haves

  • New grads with a passion for Emergency medicine and Behavioral Health are welcome to apply.
  • ED Crisis RN experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Provide patient-focused care in a warm, calming, and dignified environment.
  • Care for patients in a mental health or behavioral health crisis.
  • Connect with patients and contribute to their healing process.

Benefits

  • Sign-On bonus for experienced full-time RNs
  • Generous benefits
  • Wellness programs
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