Registered Nurse (RN) - OR General Surgery

Job Description

Job Description

Location: MMH-71 Haynes Street (10627)

Shift: All shifts available

Join us where every moment counts.

The Greater Manchester Region employs around 2,500 individuals and encompasses Manchester Memorial Hospital, a community facility with 249 beds, Rockville General, a 102-bed campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a large multispecialty provider group, and visiting nurse services. This region serves approximately 300,000 residents across 19 towns.

In this role, you will utilize the nursing process to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care, both directly and indirectly. You will coordinate care by collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, patients, and their families. It is essential to communicate the patient’s clinical status appropriately, responding swiftly and accurately to any changes in their condition or treatment response. You will demonstrate an understanding of growth and development principles across the lifespan, ensuring age-appropriate care for the patient population. Additionally, you will promote the nursing profession through supportive interactions and collegiality, reporting to the Clinical Nurse Manager.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Must be a graduate from an accredited nursing school and hold a current Registered Nurse license in the State of Connecticut.
• Certification in Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is required upon hire.

EXPERIENCE:

• Prior experience in surgical or labor and delivery, particularly assisting with C-sections, is mandatory.

COMPETENCIES:

• Effective communication skills in English, both spoken and written, along with basic computer proficiency, are essential.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Note: Job descriptions are not exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the role. They are intended to accurately reflect the primary duties and responsibilities of this position. Responsibilities and competencies may evolve over time.

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and re-assessments of patients’ conditions and care needs, considering psychosocial, physical, educational, and cultural factors.
• Collaborate with the surgical team to define, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans for each surgical patient based on assessment data.
• Adhere to the five rights of medication administration to minimize errors, demonstrating knowledge of medications and their appropriate use according to patient age and clinical condition, while following safety policies.
• Provide all aspects of patient care in a manner that prioritizes safety and promotes positive outcomes, adhering to policies for patient identification and surgical procedures.
• Document the nursing process and responses to care promptly using the appropriate tools.
• Exhibit flexibility, organization, and the ability to function under pressure, employing critical thinking and sound judgment in prioritization and delegation.
• Practice autonomously in line with evidence-based standards, pursuing personal and professional development while serving as a role model and mentor.
• Understand growth and development principles to provide age-appropriate care, interpreting patient data to identify specific needs.
• Deliver accurate and relevant reports on patient conditions for safe transitions of care.
• Prepare surgical rooms promptly with all necessary instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment for procedures.
• Maintain aseptic technique throughout surgical procedures, identifying and addressing any breaches in technique.
• Communicate effectively with the surgical team regarding the accounting of sponges, needles, and instruments, reporting discrepancies immediately.
• Accurately manage, label, and process specimens.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the scrub role during surgical procedures.

We value career development

With various locations across the state, our organization offers exciting opportunities for professional growth and advancement. Here, you will be part of a forward-thinking organization that introduces new technologies, innovative treatments, and community education to countless individuals. We believe that a thriving organization begins with thriving colleagues, which is why we provide a competitive benefits package aimed at ensuring a healthy work/life balance. Every moment matters, and this is your moment.