Registered Nurse-3

Hospital for Special Care•New Britain, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are dedicated to creating an environment of care and engagement that makes us one of the most desirable places to work, providing exceptional care to each patient each and every day! The registered nurse and graduate nurse functions within the team as a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for providing quality care to patients and their families. This involves assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluation all aspects of patient care, considering the physical, psychological, environmental and social needs. At HFSC, we are a family. Each person who is a part of our team of 1,300 employees and volunteers offers unique talents and perspectives. We all believe in keeping the same shared value of making our patients the center of what we do. By combining all of our unique skills and shared values we are able to make a positive difference in the lives of our patients. We are dedicated to creating an environment of care and engagement that makes us one of the most desirable places to work. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and offer a competitive benefits package. Not finding the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Get Started below or create an account by clicking 'Sign In' at the top of the page to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!

Requirements

Successful completion of an accredited school of nursing program
Current licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Connecticut
Demonstrated competence in the clinical setting.
Valid driver’s license (NBU only)
Temporary practice provisions for graduate nurses as outlined by the Connecticut State Department of Public Health and Board of Examiners for Nursing.

Nice To Haves

Valid/Current CPR (required within 3 months of employment.)
Bachelor's degree in nursing
Valid/Current CPR Certification (required within 3 months of employment).

Responsibilities

Performs comprehensive patient assessments within scope of practice.
Formulates, coordinates, and evaluates a goal-directed plan of care that is prioritized and based on patient outcomes.
Addresses the plan of care according to the ANA standards of practice.
Coordinates patient activities for assigned group of patients to facilitate patient care outcomes ex: admission, discharge, transfers in collaboration with the treatment team.
Demonstrates competency in critical thinking.
Responds appropriately in an emergency situation as per Hospital for Special Care policies, protocols and standards.
Provides individualized, culturally competent care.
Administers medications according to HSC policies and standards, including documentation of medication administration.
Performs the role of charge nurse after completion of the charge role orientation.
Documents accurately according to HSC policy and ANA standards of practice in a timely thorough manner.
Participates in activities that promote interdisciplinary collaboration.
Demonstrates ability to utilize nursing and multidisciplinary standards, policies, protocols regulatory standards.
Demonstrates ongoing self-growth and professional development by attending educational in-services and /or conferences (internal/external).