Registered Nurse (RN, Special Care Unit)
Company: Manchester Memorial Hospital
Location: Meriden
Posted on: January 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Location Detail: MMH-71 Haynes Street (10627) Work where every
moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare
colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we
do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part
of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. The Greater
Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes
Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital,
Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a
102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and
visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a
region of 300,000 people in 19 towns. POSITION SUMMARY: The
Registered Nurse of the Special Care Unit reports to the Clinical
Nurse Manager. Utilizing the nursing process, provides high quality
direct and indirect patient –centered care. Coordinates patient
care by working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team.
Communicates, as appropriate, the patient's clinical condition,
responding quickly and accurately to changes in condition or
response to treatment. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of
growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary
to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served.
Promotes the profession of nursing and professional practice
through collegial support and interactions. Qualifications
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: • Graduate of an accredited school of
Nursing. • Current licensure in the state of Connecticut. • Must
have certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support and Advanced
Cardiac Life Support upon hire or receive certification within the
new employee introductory orientation period and maintain clinical
competency during employment with ECHN in this role. COMPETENCIES:
• Able to communicate effectively in English – both verbally and in
writing • Possesses basic computer skills. ESSENTIAL DUTIES and
RESPONSIBILITIES: Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended,
nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all
responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated
with the job. They are intended to be accurate reflections of the
principal duties and responsibilities of this position. These
responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time
to time. Job-Specific Competency · Performs population specific
comprehensive assessments and re-assessments of the medical and
surgical patient's condition and care needs including the
psychosocial, physical, educational and cultural aspects. ·
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of development of the
adult and geriatric population and the skills necessary to provide
age-appropriate care to patients served. Able to interpret data
about the patient status in order to identify each patient's
age-specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group. ·
Assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management
tools and techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding
pain management. Documentation reflects assessments, interventions
and evaluation of effectiveness. · Develops and revises
individualized plans of care as indicated by assessment and patient
response to treatment. Evaluates overall plan daily for
effectiveness. Involves the patient and family in the formulation
of goals. · Follows the five (5) medication rights and reduces the
potential for medication errors. Demonstrates knowledge of
medications and their correct administration based on age of the
patient and their clinical condition. · Performs all aspects of
patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and
promotes positive patient outcomes. · Documents the nursing process
and responses to care in a timely manner utilizing the appropriate
tools. · Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and
function under stressful situations. Utilizes critical thinking
skills and sound judgment in priority setting and delegation. ·
Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and
evaluates effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching
as appropriate. · Demonstrates autonomous practice, consistent with
evidence-based standards. Pursues personal and professional growth
and development. Serves as a professional role model and mentor. ·
Provides an accurate and pertinent report of the patient's
condition for safe transfer of care. · Demonstrates knowledge of
cardiac monitoring identifies dysrhythmias and treats appropriately
based on ACLS protocols. We take great care of careers With
locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting
opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part
of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new
technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to
countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving
organization starts with thriving colleagues we provide a
competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.
Every moment matters. And this is your moment
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