$38–$60/hr
Clinic / Outpatient
Rotating
RN license
Job Description
NEUROLOGIST VA CONNECTICUT HEALTHCARE SYSTEM NEWINGTON, CT The Connecticut VA Healthcare System is recruiting for a full-time General Neurologist to join our dynamic neurology team. The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing a broad range of general neurology cases and have clinical experience and interest in movement disorders. Candidates with skills in performing electromyography (EMGs) and administering botulinum toxin (Botox) injections are preferred but not required. Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The Staff Neurologist will be responsible for, but not limited to the following duties: Provide all services required in the practice of Neurology in the context of the VA system and his/her clinical privileges both in the inpatient and outpatient setting. Participate in inpatient on call with section physicians in rotation General neurology experience, experience in the provision of neurological care to both outpatients and inpatients, as well as experience with movement disorder patients is preferred. Proficiency in EMG studies and Botox administration is preferred but not required. Board-certification is preferable, however, board-eligibility in neurology will be accepted. Position requirements include U.S. Citizenship, M.D or D.O, and a current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine in any state, completion of a full program of Neurology Residency. Board-certification is preferable, however, board-eligibility in neurology will be accepted. Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) Eligible: EDRP is a student loan payment reimbursement program valuated at up to $200,000. Eligibility requirements apply. Learn more at: In addition to competitive pay, generous leave, and liability protection, the VA provides robust benefits and retirement plans-without employment contracts or moonlighting restrictions. For details, visit: VA Total Rewards VA Connecticut Healthcare System does not discriminate in employment and follows federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. Please e-mail your letter of interest and updated CV to:
Location & Routes
- Base city: Brookfield, CT
Hiring Process
- Apply — Submit your application online
- Review — A recruiter reviews your qualifications
- Background check — Standard employment and license verification
- Start your assignment — Begin your nursing role
Requirements
Active RN license required.
1–2+ years of ICU/critical care experience.
BLS and ACLS required. CCRN preferred.
Ability to stand for long shifts, lift up to 50 lbs, and assist with patient transfers.
Frequently asked questions
What ICU experience do I need?
Most ICU roles require 1–2 years of recent critical-care experience. Travel ICU contracts typically expect 2+ years. New grads can apply to ICU residency programs offered by many hospitals.
Which certifications are required?
BLS and ACLS are required. CCRN (Critical Care Registered Nurse) is preferred and often comes with a pay differential.
What does the schedule look like?
Most ICU positions run three 12-hour shifts per week — either days (7a–7p) or nights (7p–7a) — with weekend and holiday rotations.
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Nursing Jobs in Brookfield, CT
Nursing jobs in Brookfield, Connecticut are shaped by hospital systems including major Connecticut hospitals and health systems. Roles for RNs, LPNs, and CNAs in Brookfield routinely come from acute-care floors, outpatient clinics, and travel agencies hiring for med-surg, ICU, ER, and travel nurse roles.
If you live in or near Brookfield, you can usually choose between a staff hospital position close to home or a travel/agency contract paying premium rates. Compensation in Connecticut reflects steady Connecticut hospital and clinic demand, and experienced RNs — especially with ICU, ER, or labor & delivery experience — see noticeably stronger offers from Brookfield-area employers.