Registered Nurse, EmPATH Unit Nights

Griffin Health Services•Derby, 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, providing a safe space for patients experiencing mental health or behavioral health crises to receive 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-centered 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 build strong connections with patients and experience the pride and fulfillment of making a difference. As an independent community hospital with a flat organizational structure, Griffin encourages nurses' involvement in care decision-making, fostering a sense of connection with the medical care team. The hospital's suburban location offers an easy commute, free parking, and a respite from city congestion. Employees benefit from generous compensation, including benefits and wellness programs.

Requirements

  • Current CT RN License required.
  • Minimum of 1 year ER nursing experience required.
  • CT RN licensure 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.
  • Collaborate with the medical care team.

Benefits

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