Registered Nurse (RN) - OR General Surgery

Job Description

Job Description

Location: 71 Haynes Street (10627)

Shift: 3x12s, 7 AM - 7:30 PM

Sign-On Bonus: $20,000!

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 every moment is significant. We invite you to be part of Connecticut's most extensive healthcare network as a Registered Nurse.

The Greater Manchester Region employs around 2,500 individuals. This area includes 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. Together, we serve a population of 300,000 across 19 towns.

As a Registered Nurse, 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 and possess the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care. Additionally, you will promote the nursing profession through supportive interactions and collegial relationships, reporting to the Clinical Nurse Manager.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• Must be a graduate from an accredited nursing program 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, which may evolve over time.

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and re-assessments of patients, considering psychosocial, physical, educational, and cultural factors.
• Collaborate with the surgical team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on assessment data for each surgical patient.
• Adhere to the five medication rights to minimize medication errors, demonstrating knowledge of medications and their administration based on patient age and clinical condition, while following safety policies.
• Provide patient care in a manner that prioritizes safety and promotes positive outcomes, adhering to policies regarding patient identification and surgical procedures.
• Document the nursing process and patient 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 meet specific needs.
• Deliver accurate 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 handle, label, and process specimens.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the scrub role.

We Care About Your Career

With various locations throughout the state, our organization offers exciting opportunities for career advancement and development. Here, you will be part of a forward-thinking team that introduces new technologies, innovative treatments, and community education to countless individuals. We recognize that a thriving organization is built on the success of its colleagues, which is why we provide a competitive benefits package designed to promote work-life balance. Every moment is important, and this is your moment.