Registered Nurse Acute (RN) - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

Registered NurseStart here at Hartford Healthcare and work where every moment matters! Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues 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.The Hospital of Central CT doesn't just take great care of our patients; we take great care of our Registered Nurses too! Our benefit options at Hartford Healthcare are designed so you can care for yourself and your family, just as you care for others when you are here.What our nurses love about Hartford Healthcare:Automatic enrollment into the Nurse Residency Program for all graduate RNs with less than one year of experience.Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250.00 after six months of employment and up to 40% tuition discounts with partnering institutions for colleagues and dependentsLoan forgiveness for qualifying existing student loansEmployee assistance and wellness programs including a strong focus on promoting mental healthPaid time off and health insurance packagesFree parking on-siteDiscounts on services, products and optional coverages – movie tickets, pet insurance, travel and more!At Hartford healthcare, we are focused on supporting our colleagues. Our Registered Nurses have 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.We are looking for a Registered Nurse to work in the NICU in the Family Birth Place. The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is staffed by a multidisciplinary care team that includes board-certified neonatologists (pediatricians specializing in the care of premature and sick newborns); certified pediatric physician assistants; and neonatal nurses.Job SummaryUnder 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.QualificationsEducationGraduate of an accredited School of Nursing.Associate's degree in Nursing.Successful completion of nurse residency, if applicable.ExperienceOne year of experience with a minimum of 1000 hours of clinical experience as a licensed registered nurse.Licensure, Certification, RegistrationRegistered Nurse, State of CTCertified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA)Additional certifications may be required in specific specialtiesLanguage SkillsMust 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.