Emergency Room Nurse Full Time Day Shift

Position Purpose At Saint Mary’s Hospital’s Emergency Department, the Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) plays a vital role in delivering compassionate, trauma-informed care to patients experiencing acute psychiatric or behavioral health crises. This position blends emergency nursing with behavioral health expertise to support patients in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

Employment Type Full time

Shift 12 Hour Day Shift

Description Position Purpose At Saint Mary’s Hospital’s Emergency Department, the Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) plays a vital role in delivering compassionate, trauma-informed care to patients experiencing acute psychiatric or behavioral health crises. This position blends emergency nursing with behavioral health expertise to support patients in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

What You Will Do Engage in didactic learning sessions designed to enhance your understanding of Emergency Department (ED) nursing, with a focus on utilizing a state-of-the-art simulation lab.

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to provide safe, patient-centered care for individuals experiencing behavioral health crises.

Pursue certification as a trauma nurse, with opportunities for professional growth in a Level 2 Trauma Center.

Required Minimum Qualifications Graduation from an accredited nursing program with an Associate’s degree in Nursing is required.

Valid RN license in Connecticut

The ideal candidate will have one or more years of Behavioral Health experience in the Emergency Room setting.

This role is not designed for new graduates or those seeking training in Behavioral Health nursing. Candidates must be able to function independently in the Behavioral Health section of the Emergency Room.

Position Highlights Full-Time: 36 hrs/week – Day Shift - 7:00 am to 7:00 pm

Rotating weekends and holidays

Specialty pay available for experienced nurses with one or more years of RN experience

Hourly Staff RN position; Ministry/Facility Information Saint Mary’s Hospital, a Catholic, not-for-profit community teaching hospital in Waterbury, CT, has served the community since 1909. Our Emergency Department is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to all patients, including those experiencing behavioral health crises. We foster a supportive environment where nurses are empowered to grow professionally and make a meaningful impact

By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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