Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg A3
Company: Backus Hospital
Location: Hope Valley
Posted on: January 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Location Detail: Backus Hospital (10309) Shift Detail: every
other weekend, every other holiday, 12 hour shifts 7p-730a 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.
Since 1893, Backus Hospital has been the primary source of
healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut. We are home to
the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties and are
the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services. We
deliver and coordinate a continuum of high-quality healthcare with
the goal of improving the health of our communities. A3 is a 30-bed
unit where our dedicated team of nursing and healthcare
professionals provides compassionate care to a varied
Medical/Surgical patient population. Our staff follows Enhanced
Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols for improved postoperative
outcomes. We are an energetic, collaborative team that is committed
to excellence within in a fast-paced environment. Combining our
skill and use of innovative technology, our patient and family
centered care creates an environment that promotes caring and
healing. If you see yourself on A3 and are interested in joining
our team, we invite you to submit an application so that we can
learn more about you! JOB SUMMARY Demonstrates clinical competence
through utilization of the nursing process and development of a
synergistic nurse-patient relationship. Assesses and identifies
patient problems/needs, establishes a plan of care, implements and
evaluates care provided to patients. Qualifications Graduate of a
school of Nursing. BSN preferred One (1) year RN experience and/or
successful completion of the Backus Hospital Nurse Residency
Program. Two (2) or more years of experience in this clinical area
preferred. Current unrestricted license in good standing to
practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut. Current
Basic Life Support (BLS) upon hire. Ability to obtain and maintain
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications within 90
days of hire. Ability to obtain and maintain department specific
certifications. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
and certification in clinical area preferred. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND
ABILITIES Basic knowledge of Nursing principles and practices.
Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions.
Communicates effectively in order to provide technical or complex
information as well as instruction. Excellent interpersonal skills
necessary to communicate with departments, employees, physicians,
managers and patients. Ability to handle multiple priorities, be
flexible and a team player. Ability to work in a stressful
environment. Commitment to customer service. Basic computer
knowledge in order to enter/retrieve data. Requires high level of
analytical ability in order to gather and interpret information
from various sources. Able to take the appropriate action in
response to changes, circumstances, problems and/or emergency
situations. Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times. 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
employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to
ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your
moment .
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