<p>Employment Type:</p> <p>Full time</p> <p>Shift:</p> <p>12 Hour Day Shift</p> <p>Description:</p> <p>Position Purpose</p> <p>In the Emergency Department (ED) at Saint Mary's Hospital, the Registered Nurse (RN) plays a crucial role in delivering care to emergent and critical patients.</p> <p>What You Will Do</p> <ul> <li> <p>Engage in didactic learning sessions designed to enhance your understanding of Emergency Department (ED) nursing, with a focus on utilizing a state-of-the-art simulation lab.</p> </li><li> <p>Apply critical thinking skills to manage high-acuity and complex patients effectively.</p> </li><li> <p>Pursue certification as a trauma nurse, with opportunities for professional growth in a Level 2 Trauma Center.</p> </li></ul> <p>Minimum Qualifications</p> <p>Required:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Graduation from an accredited nursing program with an Associate's degree in Nursing required</p> </li><li> <p>Valid RN license in Connecticut</p> </li></ul> <p>Preferred:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Bachelor's degree in Nursing</p> </li><li> <p>The ideal candidate will have one or more years of Emergency Room nursing experience.</p> </li><li> <p>Candidates with a minimum of one year of acute inpatient nursing experience will be considered for training.</p> </li><li> <p>BLS/CPR certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross)</p> </li><li> <p>ACLS and TNCC certification (support available post-hire)</p> </li></ul> <p>Position Highlights</p> <ul> <li> <p>Full-Time: 36 hrs/week - Day Shift - 7:00 am to 7:00 pm</p> </li><li> <p>Rotating weekends and holidays</p> </li><li> <p>Specialty pay available for experienced nurses with one or more years of RN experience</p> </li></ul> <p>Ministry/Facility Information</p> <p>Saint Mary's Hospital, operating since 1909, is a Catholic, not-for-profit, community teaching hospital dedicated to serving patients in Waterbury, CT, and the surrounding communities. What sets us apart is evident from the moment you walk through our doors: the genuine warmth and attentiveness of our physicians and nurses, the pristine condition of our facilities, and the way we strive to make patients and their families feel cared for, akin to being a cherished member of our own family.</p> <p>Our Commitment</p> <p>Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.</p>