Eastern Connecticut Health Network is a 450-bed not-for-profit health system that consists of two hospitals, a long-term care facility, two wellness centers and many other healthcare partners. We serve the eastern Connecticut community.
Responsible for promoting and maintaining quality patient care through effective management and coordination of direct and indirect care activities during assigned shift. Allocates available resources to promote efficient, effective and compassionate patient care. Provides clinical and administrative leadership and expertise. Facilitates interdisciplinary team relationships. Visible, accessible and committed to communicating effectively with staff. Promotes the profession of nursing and professional practice. Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. In the absence of the Administrator and/or designee, has the authority and responsibility for administrative decisions and appropriate notification of the Administrator-on-Call. Reports to a Director of Patient Care Services. MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:Must have Bachelors Degree or be currently enrolled in such a program. A current Registered Nurse license from the State of Connecticut is required. Certification is highly desirable.Must have at least three (3) years of nursing experience in an acute care setting with demonstrated leadership potential.Clinical and managerial competency must be retained for area of assignment including Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS). Able to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writingBasic computer skills in WORD, EXCEL, and OUTLOOK are necessary.