Hartford HealthCare·Willimantic, Connecticut
The Registered Nurse will utilize the nursing process to develop and implement patient care plans in a collaborative, interdisciplinary emergency department environment. They are responsible for meeting the physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and educational needs of patients and their families.
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We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network as an Emergency Department Registered Nurse (RN).
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.
Working knowledge of nursing process and customer service principles. National certification in specialty preferred. Minimum one year RN experience is required.
Current BLS certification required. ACLS and PALS certifications required within 3 months of hire.
Must possess current CT RN licensure or in the process of obtaining the same and be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing. We take great care of careers.
Candidates must possess a current Connecticut RN license and be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing with at least one year of RN experience. Current BLS certification is required, with the expectation to obtain ACLS and PALS certifications within three months of hire.
Market context
Connecticut nursing openings typically reflect steady demand in hospitals, long-term care, and outpatient settings, especially for RNs who can step into patient care quickly. These roles are competitive because employers often look for an active Connecticut RN license, BLS certification, and preferred specialty credentials, while education requirements may favor a BSN. On this platform, job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time; before applying, confirm your license status and match your certifications to the posting.
