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The Emergency Department at Hartford Hospital is responsible for treating a wide variety of patients, from basic ailments to the most complex traumas, at our Level-I Trauma Center. This unit has some the highest acuity in the region, requiring our nurses to think and act quickly to meet the varying needs of our patients. Comprised of 108 beds, the unit is subdivided into different pods, including the Purple Pod for Behavioral Health patients and Red Pod for the most critical cases. We are also a primary stroke and cardiac center. Successful healthcare providers on this unit are highly skilled, agile and resilient, with the ability to work together to make sure we have a safe environment and provide the highest level of satisfaction to our staff and patients.

Supervises a large work group to ensure that high quality care is delivered in support of the hospital's strategic plan. Specifically responsible for oversight of Purple Pod, a 22-bed acute Behavioral Health unit within the main Emergency Department. Role will also include additional supervisory responsibilities in the general Emergency Department. Performs within the department's goals and objectives. Maintains effective, positive customer service relationships by responding to customer needs, resolving conflicts, and educating employees. Promotes the highest level of quality & safety in patient care. Effectively and continually communicates with the staff, management, and customers to facilitate the flow of information necessary to the success of the employees and the work group. Reports directly to the Emergency Department Nurse Manager.

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