Job Summary
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.

Qualifications:

Education
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Associate's degree in Nursing.
• Successful completion of nurse residency, if applicable.
Experience
• One year of experience with a minimum of 1000 hours of clinical experience as a licensed registered nurse.
Licensure, Certification, Registration
• Registered Nurse, State of CT
• Certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA)
• Additional certifications may be required in specific specialties
Language Skills
Must be able to effectively communicate information in English.
Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements
• 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.