Primary Care Registered Nurse (RN)

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: GEN Norwich - Norwich, CT 06360Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 2 Year DegreeJob Shift: DayJob Category: Health CarePrimary Care Registered Nurse (RN)

(Full-Time; 40 hours/week)

 

Make a Difference.   Advance Community Health.   Achieve Work‑Life Balance.

 

Are you a Registered Nurse who wants to practice meaningful patient care without the burnout of hospital shifts? At Generations Family Health Center, our RNs play a vital role in improving the health and well-being of individuals and families in our community.

 

Generations is a non-profit, regional Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that has proudly served eastern Connecticut since 1984. We provide comprehensive primary care, behavioral health, oral health, and case management services, primarily to medically underserved populations. Our nurses are respected clinical partners who practice at the top of their license in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

 

We are currently seeking a Primary Care Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team at our Norwich location.

 

Why You’ll Love Working at Generations


Mostly daytime, weekday schedule—no overnights
Generous paid time off
Work-Life balance
Build long-term relationships with patients and families
Supportive, team-based care model
Meaningful work that directly impacts your community
Practice with a high level of autonomy, independently manage nursing visits
Mission-driven organization that values nursing expertise and compassion


 

Location: Norwich, CT

 

Position Overview:  As a Primary Care RN, you will provide high-quality, patient-centered nursing care within an ambulatory primary care setting. You will work closely with clinicians and clinical support staff to ensure safe, timely, and compassionate care while supporting chronic disease management, preventive services, and patient education.

 

Key Responsibilities:


Perform nursing assessments and triage for scheduled, walk-in, and telephone encounters
Provide direct patient care through independent nursing visits, guided by clinician orders, standing orders, and established protocols
Provide ambulatory patient care, including medication and immunization administration, wound care, oxygen and emergency interventions, and point-of-care testing
Support chronic disease management and population health initiatives by educating patients and families,  and promoting self-care and wellness
Coordinate patient care following emergency department visits, inpatient discharges, lab work, and medication changes; perform patient outreach to ensure timely follow-up and continuity of care
Collaborate with all members of clinical staff across departments to ensure smooth patient flow
Recognize changes in patient condition and respond appropriately in emergency situations
Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement initiatives
Assist with regulatory compliance, policy development, and grant-related activities as appropriate
Support community-based services and public health initiatives as needed


 

Schedule & Compensation:


Hourly Rate: $35.00+ per hour (commensurate with experience)
Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts
Occasional evenings and one Saturday per month may be required based on operational needs




 

Benefits:


5 weeks of paid time off
9 paid holidays
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage
CME days plus CME stipend
403(b) retirement savings plan with employer contribution
Malpractice insurance coverage
Voluntary Life insurance
Employee Assistance Program
FSA & DCA options
Eligibility for federal loan repayment programs – Nurse Corps

QualificationsQualifications:

Required:


Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Connecticut
Current CPR/BLS certification


Preferred:


Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Experience in ambulatory or primary care settings
Behavioral health experience
Patient education or teaching experience


 

Join Our Team:  If you are a Registered Nurse who wants to make a real difference while enjoying a balanced and fulfilling career, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and grow your nursing career with Generations

 

Interested applicants should submit resume and application online at: http://www.genhealth.org/rewarding-careers/opportunities

 

To apply by mail, email or fax:

Generations Family Health Center, Inc.,

ATTN: Human Resources

40 Mansfield Ave, Willimantic, CT  06226-1948

FAX: (860) 456-1293   EMAIL: hr@genhealth.org

 

CLOSING DATE:  Candidate screening will begin immediately until filled.

 

Generations Family Health Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not engage in discrimination, show preference, or permit harassment.

 

 

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