Registered Nurse (RN) - OR General Surgery

Job Description

Job Description

Location Details: Windham Community Memorial (10183)

Shift Information: On-call availability required

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 sense of pride, knowing that each 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 with state-of-the-art technology, managed by some of the most skilled and compassionate healthcare professionals. Our goal is to address the comprehensive healthcare needs of individuals across Northeastern Connecticut. Our team is proud to live and work in this community, committed to delivering high-quality healthcare.

Position 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 alignment with the State Nurse Practice Act, hospital policies, and directives from the medical team. Utilizing their knowledge and skills, registered nurses implement the nursing process to create care plans that address the physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and educational needs of patients and their families.

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE: Familiarity with the nursing process and customer service principles is essential. National certification in a specialty area is preferred. Experience in an acute care hospital setting is advantageous. IV skills are preferred, and proficiency in a second language is a plus.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: Current certification in BLS is required or must be completed within the first three months of employment. ACLS certification is mandatory for ED, CCU, and designated staff in ACU/PACU and Endo. ACLS is highly recommended for staff cross-trained in these areas. NNR certification is required for OB.

QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must hold a current CT RN license and have graduated from an accredited nursing program.

We prioritize the growth of our employees.

With various locations throughout the state, our organization provides exciting opportunities for career advancement and development. Here, you will be part of a forward-thinking organization that is pioneering new technologies, innovative treatments, and community education for countless individuals. We understand that a successful organization is built on the success of its employees—we offer a competitive benefits package designed to promote work/life balance. Every moment is important. And this is your moment.