Registered Nurse (RN) - NICU
Company: Backus Hospital
Location: Jewett City
Posted on: January 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Location Detail: Backus Hospital (10309) Shift Detail:
7:00pm-7-30am Rotating Weekends and Holidays Work where every
moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 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. Since 1893,
Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services
for much of Eastern Connecticut. We are home to the only trauma
center in New London and Windham counties and are the only area
hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services. We deliver and
coordinate a continuum of high-quality healthcare with the goal of
improving the health of our communities. JOB SUMMARY - NICU
Demonstrates clinical competence through utilization of the nursing
process and development of a synergistic nurse-patient
relationship. Assesses and identifies patient problems/needs,
establishes a plan of care, implements and evaluates care provided
to patients. Qualifications MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS - NICU Education:
Graduate of a school of nursing. BSN or MSN preferred. Experience:
One (1) year RN experience and/or successful completion of The
William W. Backus Hospital Nurse Residency Program. Two (2) or more
years experience in this specific clinical area preferred. License
and Certification Current unrestricted License in good standing to
practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut. Current
Basic Life Support (BLS) upon hire. Ability to obtain and maintain
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification within 60 days
of hire. Ability to obtain and maintain department specific
certifications. Registered Nurse Core Certification (RNC - NIC or
CCRN) 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 .
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