Registered Nurse ED Float (3 sites)

Registered Nurse - ED Float (3 sites)Department: Clinical Resource DepartmentHours: 24.00 per weekShift:  Shift 3Work Schedule: 12 hour shiftsWeekend Requirement:  Every Third Weekend
Position SummaryThe 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. Our Emergency Departments consist of a multidisciplinary team of providers, nurses, ED Tech’s and Secretaries that work together to provide our patients with exceptional care in a great team environment. Our teams perform at the highest level while providing our patients with a healing environment. Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesUnder limited supervision:Adheres to all Core Values (Compassion, Pursue Excellence, Cooperation and Collaboration, Upholds Honesty, and Supports Innovation)Adheres to all Absolutes (Privacy and Confidentiality, Professional Appearance, and Responsibility and Commitment)Operational DutiesRequired to float to all 3 Emergency DepartmentsMay be reassigned to another site once during shiftRequired to take a full assignmentRequires flexibility due to shift determination within 1 hour of shift start timeRoles and responsibilitiesIdentifies accurate nursing diagnosis/patient problems or needs from assessment data and individualizes plan of care to address unique patient needs Prioritizes plan of care based on needsImplements evidence based patient care in a safe and effective mannerAnticipates and monitors needs, revises the plan of care based on ongoing evaluation of outcomes and frequent reassessment of patient needs. Communicates changes in plan of care and patient status to appropriate members of the health teamDocuments nursing process accurately, concisely and in a timely mannerDemonstrates proficiency with the electronic medical record and knowledge of legal implications Collaborates with the patient, family, and the interprofessional team to establish outcomes of careSupervises, coordinates and delegates care appropriately based on patient/family assessment and the knowledge, skills and abilities of health care team members to whom care delegation is directedPreserve integrity and safety of patient care through maintaining competence and continuing personal and professional growthDemonstrates flexibility and willingness to promote the application of new knowledge and skill attainmentParticipates in orienting/precepting/mentoring members of the health teamParticipates in team/department based activities to improve outcomes such as committee work, research, case studies and/or unit based educational initiatives Identifies ethical concerns related to patient care or the practice environment and refers concerns in a timely manner to appropriate individuals, utilizing the chain of command when necessaryParticipates in identifying, analyzing and resolving issues related to quality, safety or risk Other job related duties as assigned 

Minimum QualificationsMinimum Years of Experience: ED RN with at least two years ED experience  Minimum Education: Graduate of accredited Nursing schoolCertification/Credentials: Current and unrestricted license in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut or the ability to obtain.Current ACLS & BLSPreferred Education and Experience:  Triage experience or complete training during orientation  Preferred Education: BSN or ADN/ASN or actively enrolled in a BSN program within 1 year of hireProfessional certification in clinical specialty or obtain within 1 year of hire Preferred Certification/Credentials:TNCC or complete within 18 months of hire ENPC or complete within 18 months of hire

Comprehensive Benefits OfferedCompetitive and affordable benefits packageShift DifferentialsContinuing Education assistanceTuition reimbursementStudent Loan relief through FiduciusQuick commute access from I-84, Route 9 and surrounding areas
About Middlesex HealthThe Smarter Choice for your Career!Come join one of Connecticut’s Top Workplaces, and a 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.