New Graduate RN PICU with Residency

Join Yale New Haven Health as a New Graduate Registered Nurse in our Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) in New Haven, Connecticut. This full-time position offers a structured residency program designed to launch your nursing career in one of the most dynamic and rewarding clinical environments. You'll provide compassionate, evidence-based care to critically ill children while developing the advanced clinical skills that set exceptional nurses apart.

About the Role

The PICU at Yale New Haven Health is a collaborative, fast-paced setting where new nurses grow into confident clinicians through mentorship and progressive responsibility. This residency program supports your transition from graduate nurse to skilled intensive care provider, combining direct patient care with intentional skill-building and professional development.

What You'll Do

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care to pediatric patients with complex, acute, and chronic illnesses
• Monitor vital signs, assess clinical status, and respond quickly to patient changes
• Operate and troubleshoot specialized medical equipment and technology
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, social workers, and families to coordinate individualized care plans
• Educate families on their child's condition, treatment, and hospital experience
• Document care accurately and maintain detailed patient records
• Participate in unit-based quality improvement and safety initiatives
• Engage in ongoing learning through residency curriculum, unit education, and professional development

What We're Looking For

• Current RN license or ability to obtain one in Connecticut
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
• Current BLS certification
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Critical thinking ability and attentiveness to detail
• Compassion, patience, and genuine commitment to pediatric care
• Readiness to learn in a structured residency environment

About Yale New Haven Health

Yale New Haven Health System is a leading academic medical center deeply committed to integrity, patient-centered care, respect, accountability, and compassion. Our organization attracts talented healthcare professionals who share our mission to serve our community with excellence and innovation.

How to Apply

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