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Be ready for clinical scenarios: deteriorating step-down patient, prioritization with multiple unstable patients, and how you escalate safety concerns. Ask about nurse-to-patient ratios, orientation for GNs, and unit support after patient aggression incidents reported in local coverage.
Strong fit if you want high-acuity floor nursing at a large Hartford teaching hospital and can handle fast pace, continuous monitoring, and in-person shift work—not remote care.
As a Registered Nurse (RN/GN) on Step Down Medicine at Hartford Hospital, you would care for patients who need closer monitoring than a general floor but less intensity than ICU. A typical shift covers assessments, meds, telemetry/vitals trends, rapid escalation when status changes, and handoffs with physicians, PCTs, and charge RNs on a busy tertiary teaching unit.
Prioritize RN licensure (or GN transition), med-surg fundamentals, cardiac/respiratory monitoring, sepsis recognition, and clear SBAR communication. No cert list or costs were provided for this posting.
No. The listing is on-site (remote = 0) for step-down medicine nursing at Hartford Hospital.
Care for patients needing closer observation and monitoring than standard med-surg, short of full ICU intensity.
An 867-bed teaching hospital on Seymour Street in Hartford’s South End, founded in 1854; the job location field cites East Glastonbury, Hartford County.
Website: harthosp.org
Hartford Hospital is an 867-bed acute care teaching hospital located in the South End of Hartford, Connecticut. Hartford Hospital was established in 1854. The hospital campus is located on Seymour Street in Hartford and is directly adjacent to the main campus of the Connecticut Children's Medical Center. Hartford Hospital was ranked #2 in Connecticut by U.S. News Best Hospitals and ranked #1 in the Hartford, Connecticut metro region by the same source. The hospital is a major tertiary care facility for the statewide region and is state designated as a Level I Trauma Center,…
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Join Hartford Hospital's Step Down Medicine unit as a Registered Nurse (RN, GN) to provide skilled, compassionate care to patients transitioning through their recovery journey. Based in East Glastonbury, Hartford County, this full-time nursing position is an opportunity to practice at the forefront of acute care in one of Connecticut's leading healthcare systems. About the Role As an RN or GN in our Step Down Medicine department, you'll deliver direct patient care to individuals progressing from intensive care settings. Working 12-hour shifts—either on a day/night rotating schedule or permanent nights—you'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to monitor vital signs, administer medications, manage drains and wound care, and educate patients on their conditions and discharge planning. You'll engage with patients and families during a critical phase of their recovery, building trust and ensuring continuity of care. What You'll Do Assess and monitor patient health status throughout each shift Administer medications, treatments, and therapeutic interventions per physician orders Document patient progress and communicate changes in condition to the care team Support patients and families with education and emotional support during recovery Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and support staff to coordinate individualized care plans Maintain a safe, clean care environment and follow infection control protocols Participate in unit-based quality and safety initiatives What We're Looking For Current Connecticut RN license or Graduate Nurse (GN) status with intent to pursue licensure Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team Excellent communication skills with patients, families, and colleagues Physical stamina for 12-hour shifts involving standing, walking, and patient mobility assistance Commitment to patient-centered care and professional accountability About Hartford Hospital Hartford Hospital is part of Hartford HealthCare, Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network. With over 40,000 colleagues across the system, we're united by the principle that every moment in healthcare matters. Our Step Down Medicine unit serves as a bridge in patient recovery, requiring experienced, compassionate clinical judgment. Scheduling This position offers 12-hour shifts with an every-other-weekend and every-other-holiday schedule. You'll have the option to work a day/night rotation or commit to permanent nights, depending on unit…
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