Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg
Hartford Hospital
Waterbury, CT
$48+/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
Pay
Description
Registered Nurse (RN, GN) - Medicine Units
Location Detail: 80 Seymour Street (10008)
Shift Detail: Various shifts and hours with weekend and holiday component. Open to full time, part time and per diem
Come join Hartford Healthcare and work where every moment matters!
Experienced nurses, student nurses and recent graduate nurses welcome and encouraged to apply.
- No floating outside of the Medicine Division
- Supportive environment to promote professional and interpersonal development and growth
Hartford Hospital doesn’t just take great care of our patients; we take great care of our Registered Nurses too. We offer:
- Automatic enrollment into the Nurse Residency Program for all graduate RN’s with less than one year of experience.
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250.00 after six months of employment and up to 40% tuition discounts with partnering institutions for colleague AND dependents
- Loan forgiveness for qualifying existing student loans
- Employee assistance and wellness programs including a strong focus on promoting mental health
- No mandatory shift extensions or on-call obligations
- Paid time off and health insurance packages
- Free parking on-site
At Hartford Hospital, we are focused on supporting our colleagues. Our Registered Nurses have the opportunity to practice at the top of their license, using research, innovation and evidence-based practices. We offer our Graduate Registered Nurses clinical instruction and additional learning opportunities as they complete the Nurse Residency program.
Hartford Hospital’s Specialty Medicine Units offer its nurses a collaborative work environment as they care for a wide variety of patients with acute care conditions. Specialty Medicine nurses work as a team to deliver holistic care to patients and their families. Working in this supportive environment allows a graduate nurse the opportunity to develop his or her critical thinking skills, delegation, and time management. The specialty medicine division offers opportunities for career development in critical care, emergency and maternal nursing, professional growth, and life-long learning.
Qualifications
- Current Connecticut RN License required prior to start date
- Nursing students can be offered a position, but start is contingent upon attainment of a CT RN license
- Graduate of an accredited nursing school
- ASN Required (Must obtain a BSN within 6 years of starting in the RN role)
- BLS certification by the American Heart Association
As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.
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About Waterbury, CT
- The cost of living in Waterbury, CT is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages typically match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for money.
- In the summer, average highs are around 80°F, while in the winter, average lows can drop to around 18°F.
- Be prepared for both warm and cold seasons.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Waterbury, CT, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially with the assistance of a healthcare marketplace.
- Waterbury is car-friendly, with a well-connected road network.
- Public transportation options include buses and trains, providing convenient travel within and outside the city.
- Waterbury has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to seasonal temperature variations.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Waterbury offers a variety of restaurants, including diverse cuisines.
- Art and music enthusiasts can explore local galleries and live music venues.
- Sports lovers can enjoy recreational activities, and outdoor enthusiasts can explore parks and nature trails.
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