Registered Nurse-Respiratory Care Unit - Hospital for Special Care : Job Details

\*\**Qualified candidates can instantly schedule an interview*\*\*Apply Today to join our team and make a difference every day as an RN in our Respiratory Care Unit!_*Sign-on Bonus up to $7,500!*_*Shift: ** Evening shift: 32-40 hours per week, 3-11:30 pm* Night shift: 36 hours per week, 7 pm-7:30 amNote: All shifts every other weekend*Location: *New Britain, CT*Benefits:*_32+ hours are full-time benefits eligible and 24-31.9 hours are part-time benefits eligible_* Medical/Rx* Dental* Vision* FSA & HSA* Professional Development Reimbursement* 403(b) Retirement plan* And more!*Job Summary:*As a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Respiratory Care Unit, you will provide compassionate, high-quality patient care, focusing on assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care to meet the needs of patients and their families. Your role will involve managing complex care plans and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.*Responsibilities:** Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop goal-oriented care plans* Coordinate patient care activities, including admissions, discharges, and transfers* Respond effectively in emergencies and follow established protocols* Administer medications per HFSC policies with accurate documentation* Participate in inter-disciplinary collaboration to support patient-centered care* Serve as charge nurse after completing orientation, ensuring smooth unit operations* Document patient interactions per HFSC policy and ANA standards*Qualifications: ** Completion of an accredited nursing program* Current Connecticut RN license* Clinical competence* Valid Driver's license (NBU only)* CPR certification (required within 3 months)*Physical Demands** Continuous periods of walking, standing, bending, and reaching, with occasional sitting, climbing, squatting, and kneeling* Ability to lift and carry up to 10 lbs continuously, 20 lbs frequently, and up to 40 lbs regularly for patient assistance* Must be able to push/pull equipment and medication carts (up to 50 lbs occasionally)* Frequent use of fine and gross motor skills, sensory skills, and physical dexterity for passing medications, assessments, and treatments*Cognitive Demands** Strong independent problem-solving, abstract reasoning, and adaptability* Proficiency in English and medical terminology, with high attention to detail* Excellent communication skills, including active listening, negotiation, and teaching* Ability to perform mathematical operations, including basic arithmetic, ratios, and conversions*Work Demands** Primarily indoor work in occasionally noisy and distracting settings; occasionally outdoors* Potential exposure to pathogens, hazardous drugs, and bodily fluids; adherence to safety protocols required* Must be able to handle fluctuating schedules to meet patient care needs and respond to emergencies*About the Company:*At Hospital for Special Care (HFSC), we are a family of 1,300 dedicated employees and volunteers united in our mission to put patients at the center of everything we do. By combining diverse talents and shared values, we positively impact our patients' lives and create a supportive work environment._Employment may be contingent on successfully passing a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable law.__*Indeed Hire and Hospital for Special Care are working together to find the best candidate for this job.*__*By applying, you agree to be contacted by our agent, Indeed Hire, and receive updates about your application via text and phone.*__*Indeed Hire is committed to partnering with companies that provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please contact us at [email protected] at least one week before your interview.*_Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:* Dental insurance* Flexible spending account* Health insurance* Health savings account* Professional development assistance* Retirement plan* Vision insuranceMedical Specialty:* Hospital Medicine* PulmonologyPhysical Setting:* HospitalSupplemental Pay:* Signing bonusWork Location: In person