Registered Nurse Acute (RN) - Critical Care (ICU)

the opportunity to practice at the top of their license using research, innovation and evidence-based practices.

We offer our Graduate Registered Nurses clinical instruction and additional learning opportunities as they complete the Nurse Residency program.

The Hospital of Central Connecticut is an acute-care community teaching hospital, we provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services in general medicine and surgery, as well as a wide variety of specialties. Staffed by our talented team of leading professionals, The Hospital of Central Connecticut provides a wide array of services throughout the region, caring for patients from birth through the end of life.

The Critical Care Unit at the Hospital of Central Connecticut is a 24-bed unit, all comprised of private rooms. The staff includes Registered Nurses, Nurse Assistants, Administrative Support Staff, with attending Physicians and Mid-level providers available 24-7. Our unit is equipped with the highest levels of technology including Electronic Patient Records.

Our staff works in collaborative environments with strong interdisciplinary teams in a patient centered care model in a richly diverse work space.

Under the general direction of Nursing Leadership and in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, the Registered Nurse utilizes evidence-based practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, and policies and procedures of the hospital. This position develops a plan of care for complex, multi-varianced population of patients, which includes standards of practice to meet the physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and educational needs of the patient and family.

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.

• Associate's degree in Nursing.

• Successful completion of nurse residency, if applicable.

• One year of experience with a minimum of 1000 hours of clinical experience as a licensed registered nurse.

• Experience of IV/line placement required. ACLS certified.

• 1 - 3 yr CCU experience required/med-surgical experience
• GNR considered

• Registered Nurse, State of CT

• Certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA)

• Additional certifications may be required in specific specialties

Must be able to effectively communicate information in English.

• Applies the principles and practices of nursing.

• Membership in a professional nursing organization preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to develop, deliver and evaluate patient care.

• Cares for a full patient assignment with expanding scope of responsibilities over time.

• Knowledge of high reliability.

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Uses communication skills to foster a healthy work environment and facilitate positive patient outcomes and experience.

• Demonstrates cultural sensitivity in all interactions with patients/families and co-workers.

• Strong knowledge of and demonstrated skills in providing care for age specific populations.

• Strong ability to work as part of a collaborative team.

• Ability to act as a preceptor and charge nurse as needed.

• Self-directed in clinical responsibilities.

• Ability to manage and organize multiple clinical priorities.

• Strong computer skills and use of industry applications/programs. Ability to learn new technology and programs as advancements and changes are implemented.

The Hospital of Central CT is part of Hartford HealthCare, a system that includes 7 acute care hospitals, a comprehensive Behavioral Health Network, Home Care services, Senior Services, and an extensive Medical Group network. Hartford HealthCare's unified culture enhances access, affordability, equity and excellence. Its care-delivery system of over 37,000 employees- in more than 500 locations serving 185 towns across Connecticut offers unparalleled expertise-touching more than 23,000 lives every single day.

Here you'll learn, grow, and contribute to healing and health as part of one of Connecticut's premier health systems. No matter where you work in the Hartford HealthCare system, you're connected to the team that's redefining care. Start here, where every moment matters .