Start here at Backus Hospital and work where every moment matters!

Backus Hospital doesn't just take great care of our patients; we take great care of our Registered Nurses too! Our benefit options at Backus Hospital are designed so you can care for yourself and your family, just as you care for others when you are here.

What our nurses love about Backus Hospital:

• Automatic enrollment into the Nurse Residency Program for all graduate RNs with less than one year of experience
• Loan forgiveness for qualifying existing student loans
• Employee assistance and wellness programs including a strong focus on promoting mental health
• Paid time off and health insurance packages
• Discounts on services, products and optional coverages - movie tickets, pet insurance, travel and more!

At Backus Hospital, we are focused on supporting our colleagues. Our Registered Nurses have the opportunity to practice at the top of their license using research, innovation and evidence-based practices. We offer our Graduate Registered Nurses clinical instruction and additional learning opportunities as they complete the Nurse Residency program.

For more than 118 years, 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.

The Registered Nurse 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 or MSN preferred)
• At least one (1) year experience and/or successful completion of Backus Hospital Nurse Residency Program.
• Current unrestricted RN license in the State of Connecticut
• Ability to obtain and maintain Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within 90 days of hire.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or upon hire.

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.