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Description:

Position Purpose

In the Emergency Department (ED) at Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center, the Registered Nurse (RN) plays a crucial role in delivering care to emergent and critical patients.

What You Will Do

• 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.
• Apply critical thinking skills to manage high-acuity and complex patients effectively.
• Pursue certification as a trauma nurse, with opportunities for professional growth in a Level 1 Trauma Center.

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program with an Associate’s degree in Nursing is required.
• Valid RN license in Connecticut
• Must have one or more years of Emergency Room nursing experience.

Preferred:

• BLS/CPR certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross)
• ACLS and TNCC certification (support available post-hire)

Important Consideration:

This role is not designed for new graduates or those seeking training as an Emergency Room nurse. Candidates must be able to function independently in the Emergency Room

Position Highlights

Full-Time – Weekends Only – 12-Hr Day Shift.

• Weekend Only Program is set from 7:00 p.m. Friday through 7:30 a.m. Monday. You will work every weekend, minus one per quarter. You will work a total of 24 Hours, which will consist of two 12-hour shifts or three 8-hour shifts, depending on the unit.
• If a Holiday does not fall within these hours, it is not considered part of the weekend schedule.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly Staff RN position; pay range: $36.15 – $59.95/hour
  • Pay is based on working RN experience only. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

• Unit-based specialty pay is available for experienced nurses with one or more years of RN experience
• Colleagues will receive a specialized increased Weekend differential pay during the 24 hours worked, along with an additional bonus consisting of 6 hours of pay at base salary, totaling 30 hours of pay. Additionally, all evening and night shift differentials apply during the 24 hours worked.
• Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
  • Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Coverage, Day 1
  • Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match, Day 1
  • Time Off - may include Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays, Day 1
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
  • Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Well-being Initiative
  • Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities within Trinity Health

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Francis Hospital, established in 1897, has been a cornerstone institution in Connecticut. As a proud member of Trinity Health Of New England and Trinity Health, it stands as one of the nation’s largest multi-institutional Catholic healthcare delivery systems. Recognized as a Level 1 Trauma Center, Saint Francis Hospital boasts 617 beds and serves as a significant teaching hospital in the region.

Our Commitment

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.