Griffin Hospital·Derby, Connecticut
Provide patient-focused care to individuals in mental health or behavioral health crises within a calming and dignified environment. Collaborate with a medical care team in a flat organizational structure to assist in care decision-making.
Staff RNs needed for Griffin Hospital's EmPATH. New grads with a passion for Emergency medicine and Behavioral Health are welcome to apply.
Griffin is now embarking upon a new journey in the opening of its EmPATH unit; Emergency Psychiatric Assessment, Treatment and Healing unit. This will be the first EmPATH unit in the State of Connecticut. This unit will be a safe place for patients in a mental health or behavioral health crisis to receive patient focused care in a warm, calming and dignified environment.
Griffin Hospital is a 160-bed acute care community hospital serving more than 100,000 residents of the Lower Naugatuck Valley Region. Griffin Hospital also serves as the flagship hospital for Planetree, an international leader in patient-centered care and has received national recognition for creating a facility and approach to patient care that is responsive to the needs of patients.
Griffin is recognized for having industry-leading patient satisfaction ratings and has received numerous quality and clinical excellence awards. It is the only hospital to be named on FORTUNE Magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For" list for 10 consecutive years, and has been named a “World’s Best Hospital” by Newsweek for seven consecutive years.
Griffin's award-winning patient-centered care model allows nurses to truly connect with their patients and feel the sense of pride and fulfillment that can only come from knowing your work is more than just a job – you are helping others heal.
As an independent community hospital, Griffin operates on a flat organizational structure to promote increased involvement by nurses in the care decision-making process so that they feel more connected to the medical care team.
Griffin’s suburban atmosphere offers an easy commute, away from congested cities with easy to find free parking. Employees can also take advantage of generous benefits and wellness programs that add a distinct advantage in its employee compensation.
Current CT RN License required. Starting rate commensurate with position related experience.
CT RN licensure required. Minimum of 1 year ER nursing experience required. ED Crisis RN experience strongly preferred.
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.
