Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU Bliss North

Hartford Hospital

East Hartford, CT, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Healthcare

Full Time

Job Description

Location Details: 79 Jefferson St HH Bliss Wing (10064)

Join us where every moment counts.

Every day, over 40,000 colleagues within our organization come together with a shared sense of pride, understanding that each moment is significant. We invite you to be part of Connecticut’s most extensive healthcare network.

Our facility is among the largest and most esteemed teaching hospitals in New England. As a Level 1 Trauma Center, we deliver state-of-the-art treatment to our patients. This is facilitated by hosting the largest robotic surgery center in the Northeast and the Center for Education, Simulation, and Innovation (CESI), recognized as one of the most advanced medical simulation training centers globally. When other hospitals are unable to provide the specialized care, expertise, and innovative treatment options their patients need, they turn to us.

Position Overview

We are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity to join the newly established PACU team in the Bliss Building! Become part of our efforts to develop and expand a brand new 10-bay PACU unit that will deliver 24/7 post-operative care to diverse patient populations undergoing various surgical and interventional procedures. The PACU RN will be responsible for recovering patients from general and regional anesthesia, as well as IV and conscious sedation, necessitating acute and ICU-level care. This role demands teamwork, independence, effective communication, and critical thinking skills, along with collaboration, innovation, adaptability, and a willingness to work with all disciplines to establish and enhance interdepartmental workflows and relationships.

Qualifications

Active RN License in Connecticut
Graduate from an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred
Current BLS and ACLS certifications are mandatory
Experience in PACU and/or ICU is preferred
Training program is available and required for RNs with step-down and Emergency Department experience

We prioritize the growth of your career.

With various locations throughout the state, our organization provides exciting opportunities for professional development and advancement. Here, you will be part of a forward-thinking team—contributing to the introduction of new technologies, groundbreaking treatments, and community education for countless individuals. We recognize that a successful organization is built on the success of its employees; thus, we offer a competitive benefits package designed to promote work/life balance. Every moment is important. And this is your moment.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, our organization is committed to ensuring that employment practices are free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.