Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU Bliss North

Job Description

Job Description Location Details

79 Jefferson St, HH Bliss Wing (10064)

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.

Our facility is recognized as one of the largest and most esteemed teaching hospitals in New England. As a Level 1 Trauma Center, we deliver state-of-the-art treatment to our patients. This is facilitated by hosting the largest robotic surgery center in the Northeast and the Center for Education, Simulation, and Innovation (CESI), which is among the leading medical simulation training centers globally. When other hospitals are unable to provide the advanced care, expertise, and innovative treatment options their patients need, they turn to us.

Job Summary

We are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity to join the newly established PACU team in the Bliss Building! Become a part of our efforts to develop and expand a brand new 10-bay PACU unit that will deliver 24/7 post-operative care for a diverse range of surgical and interventional procedures. The PACU RN will be responsible for recovering patients from general and regional anesthesia, as well as IV and conscious sedation, necessitating acute and ICU-level care. This role demands teamwork, independence, effective communication, and critical thinking skills, along with collaboration, innovation, flexibility, and a willingness to work with various disciplines to establish and enhance interdepartmental workflows and relationships.

Qualifications

• Active RN License in Connecticut
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications are mandatory
• Preferred experience in PACU and/or ICU settings
• Training program available and required for RNs with step-down and Emergency Department experience

We Nurture Career Growth

With multiple locations throughout the state, our organization provides exciting opportunities for professional development and advancement. Here, you will be part of a forward-thinking team that is dedicated to introducing new technologies, groundbreaking treatments, and community education to countless individuals. We understand that a successful organization is built on the foundation of thriving employees; therefore, we offer a competitive benefits package designed to promote work/life balance. Every moment is important, and this is your moment.

Equal Opportunity Employment

As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, our organization is committed to ensuring that employment practices are free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.