Registered Nurse

GoHealth Urgent Care - UCSF Health•Hartford, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Hartford HealthCare, one of the nation's leading health care providers, and GoHealth Urgent Care, an on-demand consumer-centric care company, are operating urgent care centers across the Connecticut area. At Hartford HealthCare-GoHealth Urgent Care, they place the needs of their patients first by providing an effortless patient experience, a welcoming culture of care and seamless integration with market-leading health systems and communities. The Urgent Care Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient care in a fast-paced urgent care environment by performing assessments, treatments, and procedures in accordance with established clinical protocols and provider direction. The RN functions as a clinical support professional who identifies changes in patient condition, communicates findings to the treating provider, and implements ordered care. This role focuses on safe execution of nursing skills, patient monitoring, documentation accuracy, and collaboration with the care team to support efficient clinic operations and a positive patient experience. Clinical competency oversight is maintained through the organization’s clinical leadership and quality programs while daily operational supervision is provided by the Regional Operations Manager.

Requirements

Active RN license in good standing
Minimum of 5+ years of clinical nursing experience in emergency department, or critical care nursing strongly preferred
BLS, ACLS, PALS certification
Strong critical thinking, quick decision-making, crisis management, and the ability to work under high pressure
Proficient in IV insertion (all ages)
Proficient in indwelling urethral catheter placement (Foley, Coudé)
Proficient in IV fluid and medication administration
Proficient in medication administration and patient monitoring
Proficiency in splinting, wound care, suture removal, and assisting with minor procedures
Experience with point-of-care testing (POCT)
Experience with phlebotomy
Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) systems
Ability to assess and respond to medical emergencies effectively (Clinical Judgment)
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to collaborate effectively with emergency and healthcare teams (Teamwork)
Familiarity with medical equipment and electronic documentation (Technology)
Knowledge of HIPAA and EMS regulations (Compliance)
Demonstrates compassion and professionalism in patient care (Empathy)
Manages multiple tasks efficiently under pressure (Time Management)
Proactively addresses challenges in emergency settings (Problem-Solving)
Demonstrated competency in Electrocardiogram (EKG) testing and Venipuncture procedures
Knowledge of medical office management systems and procedures
Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
Social perceptiveness and service oriented
Strong organizational and planning skills
Proficiency in MS Office and patient management software
Knowledge of Electronic Medical Records
Understanding of HIPAA

Responsibilities

Provide patient care in a fast-paced urgent care environment
Perform assessments, treatments, and procedures in accordance with established clinical protocols and provider direction
Identify changes in patient condition
Communicate findings to the treating provider
Implement ordered care
Ensure safe execution of nursing skills
Perform patient monitoring
Ensure documentation accuracy
Collaborate with the care team to support efficient clinic operations and a positive patient experience
Perform other duties as asked by leaders