Urgent Search: RN Emergency Department
Company: Backus Hospital
Location: Norwich
Posted on: July 6, 2025
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Job Description:
Location Detail: Backus Hospital (10309) Shift Detail: 7pm-730am
Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 30,000 Hartford
HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride
in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to
become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network
as an Emergency Department Registered Nurse (RN). The Backus
Hospital Emergency Department is a 42 bed unit which is responsible
for treating a wide variety of patients in a fast-paced, ever
evolving environment. As a Level III Trauma Center and Primary
Stroke Center, the unit includes some of the latest technologies,
including EPIC EMR, Teleneurology, wireless medication scanning,
among others. We also have a separate behavioral health area to
ensure the safety of our patients and staff. Our unit has a
uniquely collaborative and supportive culture, where we promote
professional growth for our team of high-achieving, energetic, and
adaptable medical professionals. Job Summary Our Registered Nurses
(RNs) 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 (RN)
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 - Graduate of a school of
nursing; BSN preferred. - One (1) year RN experience and/or
successful completion of The William W. Backus Hospital Nurse
Residency Program required. - BLS required. Ability to obtain and
maintain Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Trauma Nurse Core
Course (TNCC), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI) certifications within 90 days
of hire. - Ability to obtain and maintain administration of
moderate sedation within 9 months of hire. - Current unrestricted
License in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in the
State of Connecticut. - Certified Emergency Nurse, Certified
Pediatric Emergency Nurse or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
certification preferred. We take great care of careers. With
locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting
opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part
of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new
technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to
countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving
organization starts with thriving employees we provide a
competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.
Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
Keywords: Backus Hospital, New England , Urgent Search: RN Emergency Department, Healthcare , Norwich, Northeast
