AI summary
Surgical ICU Registered Nurse role providing end-to-end patient care (assessment through discharge readiness), supervising non-RN staff, and stepping into charge nurse/preceptor responsibilities as needed. Join a mission-driven healthcare organization guided by integrity, patient-centered care, respect, accountability, and compassion. Standout focus includes neuro patient care competencies such as airway management, trach care, and ventilator responsibilities.
Key skills
Connecticut RN licenseBLS certificationMed/Surg RN experiencePatient assessment and care planningCharge nurse duties and delegationPrecepting and staff supervisionNeuro assessmentAirway management (including trach care)Ventilator patient careElectronic patient records (EHR) and computer proficiency
Salary not listed — comparable Surgical ICU RN roles in Connecticut typically pay around $80,000–$120,000 annually depending on experience and shift differentials.
You'll thrive here if you’re a CT-licensed RN with Med/Surg experience who’s comfortable leading on the unit (charge/precepting) and delivering high-acuity care with strong neuro and airway management skills.
Why apply
- Mission- and values-driven organization
- Charge nurse and preceptor opportunities
- Specialized neuro and airway care
Overview
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
Works Under The Supervision Of The Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator. The Registered Nurse (Rn) Assesses, Plans, Implements, Evaluates And Supervises Individual Patient Care On A Nursing Unit/Department According To Unit Policies And Procedures. Provides Supervision Of Non-Rn Personnel On The Assigned Unit. When Assuming The Charge Role, Delegates And Supervises Unit Activities. May Be Requires To Work On Other Nursing Units According To Distribution Of Staff And Patients. Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Requested In Order To Maintain A High Level Of Service.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities
Assesses The Patient's Physical And Psychosocial Condition On An Ongoing Basis Throughout The Continuum Of Care.
Develops, Communicates And Documents A Plan Of Care Reflecting Individualized Patient Problems And Interventions To Achieve Desired Outcomes, Involving The Patient, Family And Healthcare Team In This Process.
Implements And Coordinates This Plan Of Care In Collaboration With The Healthcare Team.
Evaluates The Effectiveness Of The Plan Of Care, Patient?S Response To Care, And Readiness For Discharge. Revises The Plan Of Care As Needed And Makes Referrals Where Indicated.
Plans For Education After Assessing The Individual Learning Needs And Readiness Of The Patient And Family. Provides Educational Opportunities And Documents Outcomes.
Functions As A Preceptor To New Staff.
Functions As A Charge Nurse.
Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlined In Performance Review.
Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Department/Unit.
Demonstrates Competency In The Care Of The Neuro Patient
Demonstrates Skill And Knowledge In Neuro Assessment
Demonstrates Skill And Knowledge In The Airway Management Of The Neuro Patient
Demonstrates Skill And Understanding In Caring For A Trached Patient
Demonstrates Skill And Understanding In Assisting The Physician And Caring For The Patient During Special Neuro Procedures
Demonstrates Knowledge And Understanding Of Our 'Tia' Teaching Program
Performs Pharynaeal, Endotracheal, Tracheostomy Suctioning According To Established Policy And Procedure: Pharynaeal, Endotracheal, Tracheastomy
Demonstrates Skill And Understanding In The Use Of Equipment And Care Of Patient In A Halo Brace
Demonstrates Skill And Understanding Of Nursing Responsibilities And Interventions For The Patient On A Ventilator
Qualifications EDUCATION Graduate Of An Accredited School Of Nursing; BSN Preferred. Proficient In Use Of Computer Software To Include Electronic Patient Records. Must Have Ability To Use Internet For Literature Searches Regarding Care For Patients. EXPERIENCE N/A LICENSURE Valid State Of Connecticut Registered Nurse License SPECIAL SKILLS BLS Required Additional Information Med/Surg RN experience required.