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Staff Registered Nurse (RN) Job, Per Diem, Medical Surgical Unit

Day Kimball Healthcare·Putnam, Connecticut

Unknown·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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The RN is responsible for diagnosing patient responses to health problems and providing emergent, supportive, and restorative care. This includes developing and implementing care plans and systematically assessing physical, psycho-social, and emotional needs.

  • Day Kimball Health is hiring for a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Medical Surgical Unit Per Diem Shift 8-Hours job in Putnam, CT. Enhanced RN Pay Available! Day Kimball Health offers competitive Registered Nurse compensation with stackable pay differentials for RNs supporting high-need departments and overnight shifts. Registered Nurse Benefits:
  • Sick Time
  • 401K Plan with Eligible Employer Contribution
  • Pet Insurance
  • Clinical Ladder Program (only for eligible positions)
  • Shift Differential
  • Pay for Performance

Registered Nurse (RN) Job Summary

  • As the Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (RN), you will be responsible for diagnosing responses to actual or potential health problems and for providing basic emergent, supportive, and restorative care through the use of our nursing process. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in assigned responsibility. ADDITIONAL PAY INCENTIVES Per Diem RN Differential
  • Additional 15% differential on top of base pay
  • Applies to select high-need departments:
  • Emergency Department (ED)
  • ICU/Tele
  • Progressive Intermediate Care (PIP)
  • Medical-Surgical (Med/Surg)
  • Maternal & Child Health (MCH)
  • This differential is applied before any shift, weekend, or night differentials
  • Additional RN Night Shift Differential (Temporary)
  • Extra $4/hour for RNs working 11:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.
  • Available in select high-need units:
  • ED
  • ICU/Tele
  • PIP
  • Paid in addition to standard shift and weekend differentials

Registered Nurse (RN) Job Responsibilities

  • According to age and developmental level of the patient, systematically assesses the patient's physical, psycho-social, emotional, cultural, spiritual and discharge needs.
  • Utilizes effective oral and written communication skills to include completeness and accuracy of documentation.
  • Demonstrates accurate technical skill and operational knowledge of patient care equipment and procedure.
  • Evaluates the plan of care and reformulates the goals as necessary.
  • Develops and implements a plan of care for each patient.
  • Recognizes unsafe and life-threatening situations and intervenes appropriately.

Registered Nurse (RN) Education and Experience Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required
  • Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Connecticut required.
  • Current AHA Healthcare Provider CPR certification or equivalent within 3 months of hire required.
  • Current NVCIT (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training) certification or within 3 months of hire required.

Why Choose Day Kimball Health?

The Care You Need.

Close to Home.

For over 130 years, Day Kimball Health has been the trusted healthcare provider for the Northeastern Connecticut community, offering accessible and compassionate care close to home.

As a non-profit, integrated healthcare provider, we are committed to delivering high-quality services while maintaining a strong connection with our patients and their families.

At Day Kimball, we are passionate about both our patients and our employees.

We are growing our talented team every day and offer a supportive, collaborative environment where you can thrive and make a difference.

Join us in our mission to elevate community-driven healthcare and be a part of an organization that values both personal and professional growth.

Day Kimball Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal laws.

Day Kimball Health is a smoke free environment.

Are you ready to apply your expertise at the largest employer in Northeastern Connecticut, known for its commitment to excellence in individualized care?

Join our team as a Medical Surgical Unit Registered Nurse and experience a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and, most importantly, a career that makes a difference! #RegisteredNurse #Nurse #RN #MedicalSurgicalRN #MedicalSurgicalNurse #MedSurgRN #MedSurgNurse

Benefits

  • 401K Plan
  • Sick Time
  • Pet Insurance
  • Shift Differential
  • Clinical Ladder Program
  • Pay For Performance

Posting details

Employment type
Unknown
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Putnam, Connecticut
Posted
Jun 17, 2026
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Hiring organization

Day Kimball Healthcare

Day Kimball Health is a premier provider of integrated healthcare services serving Northeast Connecticut and nearby Massachusetts and Rhode Island. The Day Kimball system is comprised of Day Kimball Hospital, Day Kimball Medical Group, Day Kimball Healthcare at Home, and...

Salary listed on 1 job
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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