Graduate Nurse Resident

Position: Graduate Nurse Resident Opportunities
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* Position Location:

** Hospital for Special Care#
** Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

** 36#
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* Work Shift:

** Second Shift#
** Department:
** Patient Care Services We are dedicated to creating an environment of care and engagement that makes us one of the most desirable places to work, providing exceptional care to each patient each and every day!
** This job is eligible for a sign on bonus = $2,500!
**** Join a nationally recognized leader in rehabilitative and continuing care services.
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** Hospital for Special Care (HFSC)**, we take pride in providing exceptional, compassionate care that helps patients achieve their highest level of independence. HFSC has been recognized as a Hartford Courant Top Workplace for 13 years in a row! As one of the largest, free-standing long-term acute care hospitals in the country, our team is dedicated to making a difference; one patient, one family, and one day at a time.
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* Position Summary:

**** New Graduate Nurses
** are supported throughout their transition from academia to practice with a 12-month Vizient/AACN Nurse Residency Program TM. There is automatic enrollment into the Nurse Residency Program for all Graduate Nurses with less than one year of experience. During the 12-month residency program, Nurse Residents will gather monthly for mandatory seminars to develop clinical and leadership skills. Nurse Residents will take part in a comprehensive orientation and will receive ongoing support and mentorship.

Our dedicated nursing team make a lasting difference in the lives of patients with complex, long-term medical needs. Here, you will build meaningful relationships and provide compassionate, holistic care that promotes independence and quality of life. As part of the Hospital for Special Care community, you will have the opportunity to expand your skillset and explore other specialty areas across the hospital as your career grows.

Opportunities are available in the following specialty areas:
** Acute Care, Continuing Care, Behavioral Health, Pediatrics and the HFSC Hartford location.
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* Key Responsibilities:

*** Provide compassionate, evidence-based nursing care to patients in a long-term acute care or rehabilitation setting.
* Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other care team members to develop and implement individualized care plans.
* Monitor, assess, and document patient progress while ensuring safety and comfort.
* Educate patients and families on treatment plans, medication management, and discharge planning.
* Support a culture of excellence, teamwork, and continuous learning.
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* Qualifications:

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* Required:

Successful completion of an accredited school of nursing program. Primary source verification required to establish 90-day time frame for temporary practice privileges post-graduation.

* Required:

Temporary practice provisions for graduate nurses as outlined by the Connecticut State Department of Public Health and Board of Examiners for Nursing.
* Preferred:
Valid/Current CPR Certification (required within 3 months of employment).
** Why You Will Love Working at HFSC:**
* ** Mission-driven care:
** Be part of a team that helps patients rebuild their lives after serious illness or injury.
* ** Growth & development:
** Nurse Residency Program, Tuition assistance, Clinical Ladders program, and leadership development programs.
* ** Collaborative culture:
** Work alongside dedicated professionals who share your passion for exceptional care.
* ** Comprehensive benefits:
** Competitive pay, medical/dental/vision coverage, generous paid time off, shift differentials, and retirement plan.
* ** Work-life balance:
** Flexible scheduling options including 8- and 12-hour shifts for full-time, part-time, and per diem roles.
* ** Free onsite parking
** At HFSC, we are a family. Each person who is a part of our team of 1,300 employees and volunteers offers unique talents and perspectives. We all believe in keeping the same shared value of making our patients the center of what we do. By combining all of our unique skills and shared values we are able to make a positive difference in the lives of our patients.

We are dedicated to creating an environment of care and engagement that makes us one of the most desirable places to work. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and offer a competitive benefits package.
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