Per Diem Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) – Pulmonary and Critical Care, Waterbury, CT

The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) will practice under the supervision of the Pulmonary and Critical Care attending physician, following written protocols outlined in the Medical Staff Privileges for Advanced Practice Registered Nurses in Medicine. The APRN will be responsible for performing and documenting histories and physical examinations, progress notes, and consultation notes.

Key responsibilities include providing medical cross-coverage for ICU patients, participating in the Rapid Response Team and Code III team under the direction of the Pulmonary and Critical Care attending physician, and providing consultation to the Emergency Department and inpatient services as directed.

Requirements:

• Current APRN license (or eligibility) in the State of Connecticut with prescriptive authority
• State DCP number for controlled substances and Federal DEA number
• Minimum of one year ICU experience
• Current BLS and ACLS certification

This is an excellent opportunity to practice in a high-acuity, collaborative environment while supporting critically ill patients and contributing to a multidisciplinary team.

About Waterbury Hospital
Waterbury Hospital is a 357-bed acute care facility with a Level II Trauma Center designation, providing advanced medical care to more than 350,000 residents in the greater Waterbury region. The hospital employs over 2,000 staff members and works with a medical staff of nearly 700 providers.

Our affiliate partners include:

• The Heart Center of Greater Waterbury
• Cardiology Associates of Greater Waterbury
• The Harold Leever Cancer Center
• Access Rehabilitation Network

About UConn Health
UConn Health, part of the nationally recognized University of Connecticut, delivers world-class patient care, groundbreaking research, and innovative medical education, serving over one million patients annually. As part of this academic system, providers benefit from strong institutional resources, collaboration, and opportunities for professional development.

Life in Connecticut
Located along the I-84 corridor, Waterbury sits among the scenic hills and classic New England towns of northwestern Connecticut. The region offers an exceptional quality of life with excellent schools, vibrant cultural attractions, and convenient access to New York City, Boston, Connecticut’s Gold Coast, and the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts.

Join UConn Health at Waterbury Hospital and become part of a team committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and compassionate community care.