Registered Nurse - RN - Emergency Room
About The Position
The Registered Nurse (RN) works in the Emergency Department at Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center, delivering care to emergent and critical patients. The role includes didactic learning focused on Emergency Department nursing and use of a state-of-the-art simulation lab, managing high-acuity and complex patients through critical thinking, and pursuing trauma nurse certification with professional growth opportunities in a Level 1 Trauma Center. This is a full-time hourly staff RN position, scheduled for 36 hours per week on an evening shift from 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., with rotating weekends and holidays. The stated pay range is $37.25–$61.75 per hour, based on working RN experience; unit-based specialty pay is available for experienced nurses with one or more years of RN experience. Saint Francis Hospital is part of Trinity Health Of New England and Trinity Health. Established in 1897, it is a 617-bed teaching hospital and Level 1 Trauma Center. The organization describes a commitment to dignity, inclusion, and compassionate, person-centered care, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited nursing program with an Associate’s degree in Nursing.
- Valid RN license in Connecticut.
- The ideal candidate will have one or more years of Emergency Room nursing experience.
- BLS/CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of acute inpatient nursing experience; candidates with this experience will be considered for training.
- ACLS and TNCC certification; support is available after hire.
Responsibilities
- Deliver care to emergent and critical patients in the Emergency Department.
- Participate in didactic learning sessions focused on Emergency Department nursing and use of the simulation lab.
- Apply critical thinking to manage high-acuity and complex patients.
- Pursue certification as a trauma nurse.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, prescription drug, and vision coverage beginning on Day 1.
- Retirement savings program with employer match beginning on Day 1.
- Time off, which may include paid time off, vacation, sick time, and holidays, beginning on Day 1.
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
- Basic and supplemental life and AD&D insurance.
- Well-being initiative.
- Career growth and advancement opportunities within Trinity Health.
- Unit-based specialty pay for experienced nurses with one or more years of RN experience.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
