Registered Nurse- North 2 Medical Intervention Unit

Job Description Registered Nurse - North 2 Medical Intervention Unit Department: North 2 Hours: 36.00 per week Shift: Shift 1 Work Schedule: 12 hour shifts Weekend Requirement: Every Third Weekend Comprehensive Benefits Offered: Competitive and affordable benefits package Shift Differentials Continuing Education assistance Tuition reimbursement for employees Student Loan relief through Fiducius Quick commute access from I-84, Route 9 and surrounding areas Summary: The Smarter Choice for your Career! Come join one of Connecticut’s Top Workplaces for a fifth year in a row, and a 6 time Magnet designated organization! At Middlesex Health, we have a unique combination of award-winning talent, world-class technology, and patient-first care that's making health care better. Through our affiliation with the Mayo Clinic Care Network, Middlesex Health has access to the most advanced medical knowledge and research available. All of our nurses at Middlesex have access to professional development opportunities, the ability to participate in a clinical ladder, and shared governance while working to provide the safest, highest-quality care to our patients. Middlesex Health is looking for compassionate, caring individuals to join our team. As an RN you will be a part of a collaborative and innovative group of individuals who strive to improve outcomes for an at risk population. The Registered Nurse provides individualized care primarily for medical and telemetry patients with a co-occurring Substance Use Disorder (SUD). Essential Duties and Responsibilities: · Provide safe and comprehensive care to patient at various points in recovery · Act as patient advocate · Administer medications as ordered · Monitor patient condition and provide appropriate interventions when necessary · Contribute to building and maintaining a team oriented environment · Encourage patient success and help to foster an environment of recovery · Help facilitate safe discharge plans including aftercare when appropriate · Effectively delegate to and supervise support staff · Perform other duties as required Minimum Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing Current and unrestricted license in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut or the ability to obtain. Possess the knowledge and skills necessary to assess health needs of patients and to perform nursing care in a safe, caring manner Preferred Qualifications: One year of acute care nursing experience BSN or ADN/ASN and actively enrolled in a BSN program Epic experience