RN Emergency Department (Plainfield)

Hartford Healthcare•Plainfield, CT

About The Position

The Emergency Department at Plainfield is a free-standing 12-bed unit and part of Backus Hospital’s emergency room. It cares for patients across a broad range of ages and health, education, and other needs. The department is equipped with tools for patient care including central-station cardiac monitoring, ultrasound equipment, and Epic ASAP. It is a primary stroke center. Staff work collaboratively to support a safe environment for patients and colleagues, efficient operations, and high levels of satisfaction. Registered nurses work in collaborative environments with strong interdisciplinary teams and a patient-centered care model. Under the direction and general supervision of the Nurse Manager, the registered nurse uses evidence-based practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, hospital policies and procedures, and direction from the medical staff. The nurse applies knowledge and ability to use the nursing process to develop a plan of care that meets the physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and educational needs of patients and their families. Hartford HealthCare describes opportunities for career development and growth and offers a competitive benefits program intended to support work/life balance. This position is sign-on bonus eligible.

Requirements

Graduate of a school of nursing.
One year of critical care RN experience.
Current unrestricted license in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut.
BLS certification.
Ability to obtain and maintain ACLS, TNCC, PALS, and CPI certifications within 90 days of hire.
Ability to obtain and maintain moderate sedation administration qualification within nine months of hire.

Nice To Haves

BSN preferred.
Certified Emergency Nurse, Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse, or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Use evidence-based practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, hospital policies and procedures, and direction from the medical staff.
Use the nursing process to develop a plan of care that addresses patients’ and families’ physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and educational needs.
Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary colleagues to support a safe environment, efficient care, and patient and staff satisfaction.