*Description* JOB SUMMARY: The Registered Nurse plans, coordinates and implements patient care specific to the age of the patient population served on the assigned units. He/she ensures that quality care is provided in an efficient and safe manner, consistent with the unit's standards of care. He/she demonstrates performance consistent with the mission, philosophy and goals of the unit and organization; remains flexible to changing systems; is expected to demonstrate quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats staff, physicians, patients and families with consideration and respect. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Graduate from an accredited nursing program Licensure/Registration/Certification: Currently licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State BLS & ACLS upon hire CCRN/PCCN Certification desirable Work Experience: - At least one year of Med/Surg experience required. Professional nursing experience of one or more year in Critical Care desirable - Current knowledge and skills appropriate to the age/type of patient population servedWorking Conditions: Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity Occupational: Significant occupational risk Physical Effort: Very Heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. force Physical Environment: Significant exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc. Company: Putnam Hospital Center Org Unit: 1428 Department: ICU/CCU Exempt: No Salary Range: $44.88 - $68.11 Hourly We are an equal opportunity employer Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law. We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.