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UConn Health is searching for a Critical Care Float Pool Nurse to join our patient-focused care team at our new, state of the art facility. Gain experience in a world-class facility with the highest level of technology, designed specifically with patient safety and experience in mind. This position is an excellent opportunity to gain additional experience in Critical Care units (ED, ICU and Intermediate Unit).
- Industry-leading health insurance options and affordability
- $10,000 sign on bonus for qualified candidates (prorated by the 90% FTE)
- $462 biweekly stipend (prorated by 90%)
- Shift Differentials for off shifts PLUS +$3.00 hourly float differential
- Multi-channel retirement options (pension and match options)
- Tuition waiver and reimbursement for employees and qualified family members
- Quick commute access from I-84, Rte 9 and surrounding areas
State of the art facility and campus
SCHEDULE: 72 hours every two weeks, 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., every third weekend and rotating holidays. 30-minute unpaid meal break
- Performs a full range of tasks in providing nursing care to assigned patients
- Performs individualized nursing assessments for each assigned patient
- Develops/updates care plans utilizing established standards of care which include physician prescribed therapies and common nursing measures derived from disease related/therapy/personal needs
- Organizes/coordinates patient care and collaborates with staff to implement patient care plans. Also, participates in staff/patient care conferences
Assists in clinical education/orientation of other staff; guides and supervises assigned personnel in the delivery of patient care; performs related duties as required
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of nursing
- Knowledge of relevant health center policies and procedures
- Considerable interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills
Ability to establish priorities and manage effectively
Candidates must possess and maintain or be eligible for a current RN license in the State of CT; graduation from an accredited nursing program.
- Minimum 1-2 years recent Critical Care nursing experience.
- Must possess and maintain American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification for healthcare providers. This is the only accepted credential.
Other credentials may be accepted at hire but incumbents will be required to obtain American Heart Association (AHA) BLS & ACLS certifications within six (6) months of hire and maintain throughout employment.
- BSN or an Associates in Nursing and active enrollment in a BSN program
Epic Experience.
MINIMUM full time equivalent salary: $80,558 more based on experience.
