Staff Nurse CNII

Staff Nurse CNII-OR,

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UConn Health is searching for an Operating Room Registered Nurse to join our patient-focused care team at our new, state of the art OR. Gain experience in a world-class facility with the highest level of technology, designed specifically with patient safety and experience in mind.

• $10,000 sign on bonus for qualified OR Nurses
• $577,000 biweekly stipend, subject to terms of agreement with union
• Industry-leading health insurance options and affordability
• Shift Differentials for off shifts
• Multi-channel retirement options (pension and match options)
• Tuition waiver and reimbursement for employees and qualified family members
• Quick commute access from I-84, Route 9 and surrounding areas
• State of the art facility and campus
• Referral Bonus offered to UConn Health UHP employees who refer the selected candidate for this position (paid upon successful completion of the candidate's probationary period)

Full time, 40 hours per week, five 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., with rotating weekends, holidays, and on-call. 30 minute unpaid meal break

• Performs a full range of tasks in providing nursing care to assigned patients
• Performs individualized nursing assessments for each assigned patient
• Develops/updates care plans utilizing established standards of care which include physician prescribed therapies and common nursing measures derived from disease related/therapy/personal needs
• Organizes/coordinates patient care and collaborates with staff to implement patient care plans. Also, participates in staff/patient care conferences
• Assists in clinical education/orientation of other staff; guides and supervises assigned personnel in the delivery of patient care; performs related duties as required

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of nursing
• Knowledge of relevant health center policies and procedures
• Considerable interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills
• Ability to establish priorities and manage effectively
• Candidates must possess and maintain or be eligible for a current RN license in the State of CT; must prove graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Current CPR certification required.
• 1-2 years experience in a Main Operating Room

• BSN or active enrollment in a BSN program
• ACLS
• Epic Experience

$82,576.00 more based on experience.