Description
Job Schedule: Full Time
Standard Hours: 40
Job Shift: Shift 1
Shift Details: Monday - Friday
Work where every moment matters.
Every day, almost 30,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.
For more than 118 years, Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut. We are home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties, and are the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services. We deliver and coordinate a continuum of high-quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of our communities.
JOB SUMMARY
Demonstrates clinical competence through utilization of the nursing process. Assesses and identifies patient problems/needs, assists in establishing a plan of care, implements and evaluates care provided to patients. In this role, assists patients with discharge education and post transition care issues.
Under the direction of the Regional Director of Hospital Medicine, responsible for managing daily operational activities and support of the department to ensure efficiency and flow, and acts as the point person for any and all practice related activities and issues.
Qualifications
- Graduate of a school of nursing. Bachelor's of Science in Nursing preferred.
- Two years’ experience in acute hospital setting or outpatient setting required; three to five years preferred
- Current unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut.
Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements
Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions, and effectively communicate information. Basic computer skills (including opening/reading email, basic internet use).
Basic knowledge of Nursing principles and practices. Communicates effectively in order to provide technical or complex information as well as instruction. Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with departments, employees, physicians, managers and patients. Ability to handle multiple priorities, be flexible and a team player. Ability to work in a stressful environment. Commitment to customer service.
Problem Solving and Decision Making
Requires high level of analytical ability in order to gather and interpret information from various sources. Able to take the appropriate action in response to changes, circumstances, problems and/or emergency situations. Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
We take great care of careers.
With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
