Southern NH Health - Critical Care Support Nurse (RN) - Full Time, Nights

Company: Southern New Hampshire Health
Location: Nashua
Posted on: February 8, 2026

Job Description:

Southern NH Health - Critical Care Support Nurse (RN) - Full Time, Nights at Southern New Hampshire Health summary: The Critical Care Support Nurse (RN) at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center provides expert clinical guidance, mentors nursing staff, and delivers direct care to critically ill patients during night shifts. This role involves supporting urgent response situations, facilitating nursing education, and collaborating on patient care improvements. Candidates require a BSN, at least five years of critical care experience, and relevant certifications while benefiting from a supportive environment with comprehensive benefits. Critical Care Support Nurse (RN) Full time | 36 hours/week | Nights 7p-7a ENHANCED SIGN ON BONUS, UP TO $20,000 Who We Are: Southern New Hampshire Medical Center’s Patient Care Services is a four-time Magnet designated hospital, where our nurses are deeply engaged in creating exceptional patient outcomes within a supportive work environment. Our nurses are empowered to improve patient care through shared governance and evidence-based practice. These core values are why our nurses love working here. We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care and fostering a collaborative, dynamic work environment focused on patient care excellence and nursing development. About the Job: The Critical Care Support Nurse (RN) provides expert clinical guidance and patient care to acutely ill patients. This role serves as a mentor, facilitator, and clinical expert, supporting direct care nurses and collaborating with nursing leadership to improve patient care outcomes. You’ll provide hands-on support, lead in urgent response situations, and engage in ongoing nursing education and development. What You’ll Do: • Perform routine rounding for acutely ill patients to identify issues and respond accordingly. • Provide expert clinical guidance and policy support to direct care nurses. • Mentor and assist during emergent situations as part of the clinical care team. • Offer peer support and facilitate critical event debriefings. • Deliver direct nursing care for patients needing critical care interventions. • Collaborate on educational and training initiatives to improve nursing practices. • Maintain competence in specialized skills such as Ultrasound Guided IV Placement. • Evaluate patient care outcomes and adjust strategies as necessary. Who You Are / Requirements: • You have a BSN (MSN preferred) and current NH RN licensure. • You bring at least five years of critical care nursing experience, with two years in a leadership role. • You have expertise in clinical education, codes, and emergency response. • Certification in critical care nursing (CCRN) or related specialties is a plus. • Experience in pediatric care and EPIC superuser status is advantageous. Why You’ll Love Us: We offer a supportive and engaging work environment that values your contributions to patient care. Plus, enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including: • Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employees • Short-term, long-term disability, life & pet insurance • Tuition reimbursement & Nursing Student Loan Paydown Program • 403(b) Retirement savings plans • Continuous earned time accrual • And so much more! We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Keywords: Rapid Response Nurse, Critical Care Teacher, Clinical Resource Nurse MRP Keywords: Critical Care Nurse, Registered Nurse, Rapid Response Nurse, Clinical Educator, Patient Care, Intensive Care, Nursing Leadership, Emergency Response, Ultrasound Guided IV Placement, Pediatric Care

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