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Registered Nurse (RN) Job, Per Diem, Maternal Child Health

Day Kimball Healthcare·Putnam, Connecticut

Unknown·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 5 days ago
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About the role

Responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating all phases of nursing care for patients in the Maternal Child Health Unit. This includes assessing health status, initiating diagnostic procedures, and providing patient education on disease prevention.

  • Day Kimball Health is hiring for a Per Diem Registered Nurse to join our Maternal Child Health department in Putnam, CT! Per Diem Requirement: Per diem employees are expected to work a minimum of 32 hours per month. Registered Nurse (RN) Benefits Summary:
  • Sick Time
  • 401K Plan with Eligible Employer Contribution
  • Pet Insurance
  • Shift Differential
  • Pay for Performance

Registered Nurse (RN) Job Summary

  • As the Registered Nurse (RN), you will be a vital member of a dynamic team responsible for diagnosing responses to actual or potential health problems and for providing basic supportive, and restorative care through use of the nursing process. Our nursing model is relationship based, which allows for a stronger connection between the patient and caregiver, and a more individualized, appropriate type of care. You will also discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and mutual respect, and—most importantly—a fulfilling career.
  • Registered
  • Nurse (RN)
  • Job
  • Responsibilities:
  • Accountable for planning, implementing, evaluating, and communicating all phases of nursing care for assigned patients in our Maternal Child Health Unit.
  • Assesses the health status of patients/families by means of comprehensive health history and physical examination
  • Initiates selected therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, consultations, and laboratory examination, interprets findings, and alters plan of care according to collaborative practice agreement and protocols in designated area
  • Educates and counsels in the areas of health promotion, maintenance, disease prevention, and management of acute/chronic illnesses
  • Documents findings and plan of care in the patient's medical record
  • Consults with physician per established Day Kimball Hospital policy
  • Intervenes to provide a safe environment and evaluates effectiveness of intervention for patients
  • Recognizes unsafe and life-threatening situations and how to intervene appropriately
  • Demonstrates skills in critical thinking, effective communication, organizational skills, problem solving, and ability to make appropriate independent decisions
  • Working knowledge of applicable Standards of Practice
  • Demonstrates compassionate customer service and ability to meet the needs and expectations of patients and health care colleagues
  • Solid foundation in evaluating plans of care and reformulating as necessary

Registered Nurse (RN) Education and Experience Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing is required
  • Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the state of Connecticut is required
  • Labor and Delivery experience preferred
  • American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR certification or equivalent is required; if not currently certified, must obtain within three (3) months of employment
  • American Academy of Pediatrics Neonatal Resuscitation certification is required within three (3) months of employment
  • Additional specialty certification/training as required by the work area

Why Choose Day Kimball Health?

The Care You Need.

Close to Home.

For nearly 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 Maternal Child Health Registered Nurse and experience a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and, most importantly, a career that makes a difference! #RegisteredNurse #Nurse #RN #MaternalChildHealthRN #MaternalChildHealthNurse #LaborndDeliveryRN #LaborandDeliveryNurse

Benefits

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

Posting details

Employment type
Unknown
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Putnam, Connecticut
Posted
Jul 23, 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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