Registered Nurse (RN) - OR General Surgery

Job Description

Job Description

Location Details: Backus Hospital (10309)

ENROLLMENT BONUS AVAILABLE! (Conditions Apply)

Join us where every moment counts.

Every day, over 40,000 colleagues within our organization come together with a shared sense of pride, understanding that each moment is significant. We welcome you to be a part of Connecticut’s most extensive healthcare network.

For more than 118 years, Backus Hospital has served as a vital healthcare provider for much of Eastern Connecticut. We are proud to host the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties, as well as being the sole hospital in the area equipped with LIFE STAR helicopter services. Our mission is to deliver and coordinate a comprehensive range of high-quality healthcare aimed at enhancing the well-being of our communities.

Position Overview:

Our nursing staff operates within collaborative settings alongside robust interdisciplinary teams, emphasizing a patient-centered care approach in a richly diverse environment. Under the guidance and general oversight of the Nurse Manager, registered nurses apply evidence-based practices in line with the State Nurse Practice Act, hospital policies, and directives from the medical team. Utilizing their expertise, registered nurses employ the nursing process to formulate care plans that address the physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and educational needs of patients and their families.

Qualifications

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Education: Completion of an accredited nursing program.
Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of experience or successful completion of the Nurse Residency Program.
Licensure and Certification: Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in good standing in the State of Connecticut. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required upon hire. Must be able to obtain and maintain specific departmental certifications.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Master of Science in Nursing (MSN).
Experience: At least two (2) years of experience in the relevant clinical area.
Licensure and Certification: Certification in the clinical specialty area. CNOR certification preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Fundamental understanding of nursing principles and practices. Proficient in reading and comprehending both oral and written instructions. Effective communication skills to relay technical or complex information and provide guidance. Strong interpersonal abilities to interact with departments, staff, physicians, management, and patients. Capable of managing multiple priorities, demonstrating flexibility, and being a collaborative team member. Ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment. Commitment to exceptional customer service. Basic computer skills for data entry and retrieval.

PROBLEM SOLVING AND DECISION MAKING
Requires a high level of analytical skills to collect and interpret information from various sources. Capable of taking appropriate actions in response to changing circumstances, challenges, and emergency situations. Must maintain confidentiality at all times.

We are dedicated to nurturing careers.

With various locations throughout the state, our organization provides exciting opportunities for professional development and advancement. Here, you will be part of a forward-thinking organization that is pioneering new technologies, innovative treatments, and community education for countless individuals. We recognize that a successful organization is built on the foundation of satisfied employees—we offer a competitive benefits package designed to promote work/life balance. Every moment is significant. And this is your moment .