Perioperative Registered Nurse

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Position Purpose At 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 Do Deliver 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 Qualifications Required: Graduation 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. Preferred: BLS/CPR and ACLS certification (support available post-hire). Position Highlights and Benefits Full-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 position, included in RN Step Program pay range: $36.15 to $59.95 Ministry/Facility Information Saint 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 Commitment Rooted 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr