Make an impact! At Bristol Hospital and Health Care, we begin each day caring today for your tomorrow. We have been an integral part of our community for the past 100 years. We are dedicated to providing the best possible care and service to our patients, residents, and families. We are committed to provide compassionate, quality care at all times and to uphold our values of Communication, Accountability, Respect, and Empathy (C.A.R.E.). We are Magnet ® and received the 2020 Press Ganey Leading Innovator award for our rapid adoption and implementation of healthcare solutions during the COVID-19 pandemic. Use your expertise, compassion, and kindness to transform the patient experience. Make a difference. Make Bristol Hospital and Health Care your choice.

If you are an RN looking to join an acute care team. Look no further. We have an opportunity for you to join our nursing team at Bristol Health where we practice in a Magnet environment enriched with valuing you and delivering patient excellence and outcomes.

Educational / Minimum Requirements:

Must have an ADN, BSN from an accredited college or university is preferred.

Must have a current CT RN License.

Must have Basic Life Support (BLS) at time of hire or transition into the role.

Must have a minimum of 6 months nursing experience in a clinical setting. Behavioral Health Nursing experience is preferred.

State/Federal Mandated Licensure or Certification Requirements:

Current State of Connecticut licensure as a Registered Nurse. Certification from a professional nursing body is preferred. BLS is required.

Bristol Hospital Mandated Educational Requirements:

General orientation at time of hire. Fire/Safety/Infection Control annually. Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross. Successfully complete all training programs as determined by Education & HRD department. Other unit based competencies/skills as required.

Special Requirements:

Successfully complete SR Behavioral based competencies

Must be able to successfully attend and complete verbal and physical de-escalation training.

Physical Requirements:

Physical agility with repetitive occurrence including but not limited to; walking, running, bending, stooping, climbing stairs and ladders, kneeling, crouching, crawling, balancing, reaching, standing, sitting, and twisting. Lifting greater than 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the work day. Looking at a computer monitor. Vision acuity correctable to normal. Hearing acuity correctable to normal. Acute sense of smell for normal perception. Ability to verbalize so that the average person can comprehend.

Work Environment:

Must be able to work in a fast paced environment. Must be able to work in a Healthcare, climate controlled environment. Able to work in team based setting.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.