Educational / Minimum Requirements:
Must have an ADN. BSN is preferred.
Must have a current CT RN License.
BLS at time of hire from American Red Cross or American Heart Association
ACLS obtained within 6 months of hire.
Must have a minimum of 6 months nursing experience in a clinical setting. Behavioral Health Nursing experience is preferred.
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State/Federal Mandated Licensure or Certification Requirements:
Current State of Connecticut licensure as a Registered Nurse. Certification from a professional nursing body preferred. BLS Certification.Â
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Bristol Hospital Mandated Educational Requirements:
General orientation at time of hire. Fire/Safety/Infection Control annually. BLS from American Heart Association or American Red Cross. Successfully complete all training programs as determined by Education & HRD department. Other unit based competencies/skills as required.
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Special Requirements:
Successfully complete SR Behavioral based competencies  Â
Must be able to successfully attend and complete CPI training as part of orientation
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Physical Requirements:
Physical agility with repetitive occurrence including but not limited to; walking, running, bending, stooping, climbing stairs and ladders, kneeling, crouching, crawling, balancing, reaching, standing, sitting, and twisting. Lifting greater than 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the work day. Looking at a computer monitor. Vision acuity correctable to normal. Hearing acuity correctable to normal. Acute sense of smell for normal perception. Ability to verbalize so that the average person can comprehend.
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Work Environment:
Must be able to work in a fast paced environment. Must be able to work in a Healthcare, climate controlled environment. Able to work in team based setting. Â
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Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.