Registered Nurse (RN) - OR General Surgery

Job Description

Job Description

Location Details

Windham Community Memorial (10183)

Sign-On Bonus Available!
(Conditions Apply)

Join Us Where Every Moment Counts

Every day, over 40,000 colleagues at our organization come together with a shared purpose: to take pride in our work, knowing that every moment is significant. We invite you to be a part of Connecticut’s most extensive healthcare network.

For more than 75 years, Windham Hospital has been dedicated to providing care using advanced technology, operated by some of the most skilled and compassionate healthcare professionals. Our mission is to address the comprehensive healthcare needs of individuals across Northeastern Connecticut. Our team members are proud to live and work in this community, committed to delivering quality healthcare.

Job Overview

Our nursing staff operates in collaborative settings with robust interdisciplinary teams, emphasizing a patient-centered care approach within a diverse work environment. Under the guidance and general oversight of the Nurse Manager, registered nurses apply evidence-based practices in line with the State Nurse Practice Act, hospital policies, and directives from the medical team. Utilizing their expertise, registered nurses develop care plans that encompass the physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and educational needs of patients and their families.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to provide patient-centered care.
• Implement evidence-based practices in accordance with hospital policies.
• Develop comprehensive care plans addressing diverse patient needs.

QualificationsExperience

• Familiarity with the nursing process and customer service principles.
• National certification in a specialty area is preferred.
• Experience in an acute care hospital setting is preferred.
• IV skills are preferred.
• Proficiency in a second language is preferred.

Licensure/Certification

• Current certification in BLS or completion within the first three months of employment.
• ACLS certification is required for Emergency Department, Critical Care Unit, and designated staff in ACU/PACU and Endoscopy.
• ACLS is strongly recommended for staff cross-trained in these areas.
• NNR certification is required for Obstetrics.

General Qualifications

• Must hold a current CT RN license and be a graduate of an accredited nursing program.

Why Choose Us?

We prioritize the growth of your career. With various locations throughout the state, we offer exciting opportunities for professional development. Here, you will be part of an innovative organization that is at the forefront of new technologies, groundbreaking treatments, and community education for countless individuals. We understand that a successful organization thrives on the well-being of its employees, which is why we provide a competitive benefits package aimed at ensuring a healthy work/life balance. Every moment is important, and this is your moment.