Registered Nurse (RN) - OR General Surgery

Location Detail Backus Hospital (10309). SIGN ON BONUS OFFERED! (Restrictions Apply) Job Description Registered nurses work in collaborative environments with strong interdisciplinary teams, focused on a patient‑centered care model in a richly diverse workspace. Under the direction and general supervision of the Nurse Manager, the registered nurse utilizes evidence‑based practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, hospital policies and medical staff directives. The registered nurse applies the nursing process to develop a plan of care that meets the physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and educational needs of the patient and family. Qualifications Minimum Requirements Education: Graduate of a school of nursing. Experience: One (1) year experience and/or successful completion of The William W. Backus Hospital Nurse Residency Program. License and Certification: Current unrestricted license in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in Connecticut; current Basic Life Support (BLS) upon hire; ability to obtain and maintain department‑specific certifications. Preferred Requirements Education: BSN or MSN. Experience: Two (2) or more years experience in this specific clinical area. License and Certification: Certification in clinical area; CNOR certification. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Basic knowledge of nursing principles and practices; ability to read and understand oral and written instructions; communicate effectively to provide technical or complex information and instruction; excellent interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with departments, employees, physicians, managers and patients; ability to handle multiple priorities, be flexible and a team player; ability to work in a stressful environment; commitment to customer service; basic computer knowledge to enter/retrieve data. Problem Solving and Decision Making Requires high level of analytical ability to gather and interpret information from various sources. Able to take appropriate action in response to changes, circumstances, problems and/or emergency situations. Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times. Benefits Hartford HealthCare offers a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance and support career development and growth across the state. #J-18808-Ljbffr