Perioperative Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse (RN) Pre & Post Surgery UnitAt Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center, the Registered Nurse (RN) in the Pre & Post Surgery Unit delivers patient care to support the Main PACU, Main Operating Room, and Ambulatory Surgery suites. This includes preparing patients for surgery, providing education, and following universal protocol. The RN also provides Phase 2 assessment, teaching, and discharge instructions.What You Will DoDeliver care in a fast-paced unit focused on pre-operative preparation and post-operative recovery.Educate patients, follow universal protocols, and ensure safe discharge with proper instructions.Minimum QualificationsGraduation from an accredited nursing program with an Associate's degree in Nursing is required.Valid RN license in Connecticut.The ideal candidate will have two or more years of medical-surgical nursing experience in an Inpatient Acute Setting, and telemetry or step-down experience is strongly encouraged.BLS/CPR and ACLS certification (support available post-hire).Position Highlights and BenefitsFull-Time – 32 hours/week – Day Shift.Monday thru Friday, no weekend or holiday commitment.Unit hours are 5:30 am to 6:30 pm.Variable start times, ranging from 5:30 am, 8:30 am, or 9:30 am, depending on assignment to pre- or post-operative teams.Participation on both pre- and post-operative teams is required.Hourly Staff RN position; pay range: $36.15 – $59.95/hourPay is based on working RN experience only. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.Our comprehensive benefits package includes:Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Coverage, Day 1Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match, Day 1Time Off - may include Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays, Day 1Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development OpportunitiesBasic and Supplemental Life and AD&D InsuranceWell-being InitiativeCareer Growth and Advancement Opportunities within Trinity HealthMinistry/Facility InformationSaint Francis Hospital, established in 1897, has been a cornerstone institution in Connecticut. As a proud member of Trinity Health Of New England and Trinity Health, it stands as one of the nation's largest multi-institutional Catholic healthcare delivery systems. Recognized as a Level 1 Trauma Center, Saint Francis Hospital boasts 617 beds and serves as a significant teaching hospital in the region.Our CommitmentRooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.