Position Purpose:
At Saint Mary’s Hospital, the Registered Nurse RN in the Operating Room delivers patient care for surgical patients.
What you will do:
The Registered Nurse RN assumes responsibility for providing patient care to an assigned group of patients, overseeing and coordinating all nursing care in alignment with established standards of practice.
Collaborates seamlessly with colleagues, physicians, members of the healthcare team, and patients and their families to guarantee the delivery of safe, effective, and efficient care.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Completion of an accredited Nursing Program with an Associate’s degree in Nursing is mandatory. A Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is preferred.
Registered Nurse RN Licensure: Must hold a valid and current Connecticut registered nurse licensure.
Experience: A minimum of 1 year of experience in Main or General Intraoperative (OR) nursing is required. Consideration will be strongly considered, provided expertise includes Circulatory and Scrub Operating Room RN.
BLS or CPR certification: Current certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required
Proficiency in practicing according to the recommended standards and guidelines of the Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN).
Position Highlights and Benefits:
Part-Time: 24 hours/week - Day Shift. Rotating weekends and holidays, on-call rotation is required for all shifts.
Experienced Nurses with one (1) or more years of expertise receive additional hourly specialty pay, enhancing the base pay compensation.
Ministry/Facility Information
Saint Mary’s Hospital, operating since 1909, is a Catholic, not-for-profit, community teaching hospital dedicated to serving patients in Waterbury, CT, and the surrounding communities. What sets us apart is evident from the moment you walk through our doors: the genuine warmth and attentiveness of our physicians and nurses, the pristine condition of our facilities, and the way we strive to make patients and their families feel cared for, akin to being a cherished member of our own family.
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.