Registered Nurse (RN) - OR General Surgery

Job Description

Job Description

Location Information: Backus Hospital (10309)

SIGN-ON BONUS AVAILABLE! (Conditions Apply)

Join us where every moment counts.
Every day, over 40,000 colleagues at our organization come together with a shared commitment: pride in our work, knowing that each moment is significant. We invite 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 health of our communities.

Position Overview:

Our nursing staff operates in collaborative settings alongside robust interdisciplinary teams, emphasizing a patient-centered care approach within 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 knowledge and skills, registered nurses employ the nursing process to create care plans that address the physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and educational needs of patients and their families.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program.
Experience: At least one (1) year of experience or successful completion of The William W. Backus Hospital Nurse Residency Program.
Licensure and Certification: Must hold a current, unrestricted license in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in Connecticut. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required upon hire. Must be able to obtain and maintain department-specific certifications.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Master of Science in Nursing (MSN).
Experience: Two (2) or more 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. Ability to comprehend and follow both oral and written instructions. Effective communication skills to relay technical or complex information and provide guidance. Strong interpersonal skills essential for interaction with departments, staff, physicians, managers, and patients. Capacity to manage multiple priorities, demonstrate flexibility, and work collaboratively as part of a team. Ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment. Dedication to customer service. Basic computer skills for data entry and retrieval.
PROBLEM SOLVING AND DECISION MAKING
Requires a high level of analytical ability to collect and interpret information from various sources. Must be capable of taking appropriate actions in response to changes, challenges, problems, and emergency situations. Commitment to maintaining 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 at the forefront of introducing new technologies, innovative treatments, and community education to countless individuals. We understand that a successful organization is built on the success of its employees—we offer a competitive benefits package designed to promote work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment .