Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Position Purpose:

At Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center, the Operating Room RN supports surgical patients within the Connecticut Joint & Spine Institute, delivering safe, high-quality care in a collaborative, patient-centered environment.

What You Will Do:

• Provide intraoperative care by performing circulating and/or scrub duties, including patient positioning, site prep, instrumentation, and sterile technique.

• Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure efficient, coordinated care throughout procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required:

• Graduation from an accredited nursing school

• Valid RN license in Connecticut

• Ideal candidates will have Intraoperative Operating Room nursing experience, particularly in Orthopedic and/or Spine surgical procedures, including circulating and/or scrub roles.

Preferred:

• Current BLS/CPR (AHA or Red Cross)

• Familiarity with AORN standards

Important Consideration:

This role is not designed for new graduates or those seeking training through the Periop 101 program. Candidates must be able to function independently in the OR.

Position Highlights:

• Full-Time: 40 hrs/week – Day Shift

• Rotating weekends/holidays; on-call required

• Specialty pay is available exclusively to experienced nurses with one or more years of RN experience

• 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.