Registered Nurse (RN)

• Emergency Department (ED) Part Time Day Shift (32 Hours | 11:00 AM
• 7:00 PM)
• Putnam, CT
  Every Other Weekends | Every Other Holiday Day Kimball Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Emergency Department in Putnam, CT.

This role provides emergent, high-acuity care for patients presenting with undifferentiated and potentially life-threatening conditions requiring rapid assessment, stabilization, and intervention. Clinical Overview

The Emergency Department Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for diagnosing responses to actual or potential health problems and providing basic emergent, supportive, and restorative care through use of the nursing process. Our nursing model is relationship-based, supporting individualized patient-centered care while operating in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment requiring strong clinical judgment, prioritization, and rapid decision-making. Job Responsibilities

Accountable for planning, implementing, evaluating, and communicating all phases of nursing care for assigned patients in our Emergency Department

Assesses the health status of patients/families by means of comprehensive health history and physical examination

Initiates selected therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, consultations, and laboratory examination, interprets findings, and alters plan of care according to collaborative practice agreement and protocols in designated area

Educates and counsels in the areas of health promotion, maintenance, disease prevention, and management of acute/chronic illnesses

Documents findings and plan of care in the patient's medical record

Consults with physician per established Day Kimball Hospital policy

Intervenes to provide a safe environment and evaluates effectiveness of intervention for patients

Education and Experience Requirements Required:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing is required.

Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the state of Connecticut is required.

American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR certification or equivalent is required; if not currently certified, must obtain within three (3) months of employment.

Other:

Experience in Emergency Nursing is preferred.

Completion of basic arrhythmia course and /or challenge exam within duration of orientation.

Current ACLS certification or completion within duration of orientation.

Current PALS certification or completion within duration of orientation.

Current ENA ESI Triage course or completion within duration of orientation.

Current NVCIT certification or completion within duration of orientation.

TNCC certification encouraged.

CEN certification encouraged.

Additional specialty certification/training as required by the work area. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to recognize unsafe and life-threatening situations and how to intervene appropriately

Demonstrated skills in critical thinking, effective communication, organizational skills, problem solving, and ability to make appropriate independent decisions

Working knowledge of applicable Standards of Practice

Demonstrated compassionate customer service and ability to meet the needs and expectations of patients and health care colleagues

Solid foundation in evaluating plans of care and reformulating as necessary Registered Nurse Benefits

Earned Time Off (ETO), paid holidays, and sick time

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Prescription Drug Coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan with eligible employer contributions

Educational Assistance & Student Loan Reimbursement

• $2,500 per fiscal year.

Shift Differentials for eligible evening, night, and weekend shifts

Pay-for-Performance opportunities

Career Growth, Clinical Ladder Program, Mentorship, and Leadership Development Life Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance

Pet Insurance

Employee Wellness Programs, Recognition Events, Food Truck Fridays, and Weekly Pay About Day Kimball Health

For over 130 years, Day Kimball Health has been the trusted healthcare provider for the Northeastern Connecticut community, offering accessible and compassionate care close to home. As a non-profit, integrated healthcare provider, we are committed to delivering high-quality services while maintaining a strong connection with our patients and their families. We are committed to fostering a supportive, collaborative clinical environment where nursing professionals can grow, advance, and deliver exceptional patient care. Equal Employment Opportunity

Day Kimball Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. Day Kimball Health is a smoke free environment. Join our Emergency Department team as a Registered Nurse and provide high-acuity emergency care in a fast-paced clinical environment focused on teamwork, patient safety, and clinical excellence.