POSITION SUMMARY:
The Registered Nurse of the Special Care Unit reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager. Utilizing the nursing process, provides high quality direct and indirect patient -centered care. Coordinates patient care by working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team. Communicates, as appropriate, the patient's clinical condition, responding quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served. Promotes the profession of nursing and professional practice through collegial support and interactions.
Qualifications:EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:
- Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.
- Current licensure in the state of Connecticut.
- Must have certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support upon hire or receive certification within the new employee introductory orientation period and maintain clinical competency during employment in this role.
COMPETENCIES:
- Able to communicate effectively in English - both verbally and in writing
- Possesses basic computer skills.
