What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN Emergency Department position at Windham Hospital?
Location Detail: Windham Community Memorial (10183)
Shift Detail: 7p-7:30a, every other weekend and holiday
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The Emergency Department at Windham Hospital provides patients with high levels of care, with symptoms ranging from traumas to the common cold to drug overdoses and everything in between. Our multi-disciplinary team includes Registered Nurses (RNs), Advanced Providers, Nursing Assistants, and administrative staff. The Emergency Department at Windham is equipped with 23 beds, including a fast-track area, and behavioral health space. Our RNs see a wide variety of patients, including those with behavioral health and opioid related needs. Our staff prides itself in its flexibility, initiative to help others in need as well as our strong cohesiveness as a team which ultimately gives our patients the highest level of care they expect and deserve.
JOB SUMMARY
Our Registered Nurses work in collaborative environments with strong interdisciplinary teams, focused on a patient centered care model in a richly diverse work space. Under the direction and general supervision of the Nurse Manager, the registered nurse utilizes evidence based practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, policies and procedures of the hospital and as directed by the medical staff. The Registered Nurse (RN) who through knowledge and ability uses the nursing process to develop a plan of care which includes standards of practice to meet the physical, emotional spiritual, cultural and educational needs of the patient and family.
Qualifications
EXPERIENCE: Working knowledge of nursing process and customer service principles. National certification in specialty preferred. Minimum one year RN experience is required.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: Current BLS certification required. ACLS and PALS certifications required within 3 months of hire.
QUALIFICATIONS: Must possess current CT RN licensure or in the process of obtaining the same and be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
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