RN Emergency Department
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onGovernor John Davis Lodge Turnpike, Griswold, Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut, 06351, United States
About the Team
Windham Hospital is dedicated to fostering a supportive, team-oriented culture rooted in respect, collaboration, and community health. Located in Willimantic, CT, our Emergency Department serves as a vital hub for diverse patient populations, operating in a fast-paced environment where compassion and clinical excellence go hand in hand.
About the Role
We are seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to join our Emergency Department team. In this role, you will be the first point of contact for patients in need, providing rapid assessment, triage, and evidence-based care. You will collaborate closely with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team to manage everything from routine emergencies to critical stabilization.
Your day will involve administering medications and IV therapy, monitoring vital signs, and performing essential procedures within your scope. Beyond clinical duties, you will play a key role in patient and family education, ensuring families feel supported during critical moments. You will also contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives and maintain accurate electronic health records to ensure seamless care coordination and discharge planning.
Why Join Us
Windham Hospital offers a competitive compensation package and a work environment that values your growth. We are committed to providing ongoing education opportunities to help you advance your skills in emergency nursing. Our culture is built on mutual respect and a shared mission to serve our community with the highest standard of care.
Equal Opportunity
Windham Hospital is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Governor John Davis Lodge Turnpike, Griswold, Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut, 06351, United States
Griswold, Connecticut
Key Responsibilities
- check_circlePerform rapid triage and ongoing assessment of ED patients
- check_circleAdminister medications, treatments, and IV therapy per protocol
- check_circleMonitor, interpret, and document vital signs and patient responses
- check_circleAssist with emergency procedures and stabilization of critical patients
- check_circleCollaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team on care plans
- check_circleProvide patient and family education and support
- check_circleMaintain accurate, timely electronic health records documentation
- check_circleFollow infection prevention and safety protocols
Requirements
- verifiedCurrent Registered Nurse (RN) license
- verifiedBasic Life Support (BLS)
- verifiedAdvanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- verifiedPediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- verifiedTrauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) preferred
- verifiedEmergency nursing experience preferred
Nice to Have
Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) preferred. Emergency nursing experience preferred.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical Insurancecheck_circleDental Insurancecheck_circleVision Insurancecheck_circleLife Insurancecheck_circle401k