Nurse Manager – Joint and Spine Surgical Services

Nurse Manager – Joint and Spine Surgical Services

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At Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center
, the Nurse Manager will lead the Connecticut Joint & Spine Institute's Pre & PACU and Surgical suites, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered surgical care. This role is responsible for operational leadership, staff development, regulatory compliance, and performance outcomes.

• Oversee staffing coordination, training, hiring, and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with infection control standards, DPH, The Joint Commission, and AORN guidelines.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and outcomes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, policy development, and patient satisfaction strategies.
• Promote a culture of safety, excellence, and compassionate care.

Required:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited nursing program.
• Valid and current Connecticut RN license.
• Demonstrated nursing leadership experience in surgical nursing (PACU or OR) settings, specifically in roles such as Nurse Manager or Assistant Nurse Manager.
• Strong background in Orthopedic surgical care, with expertise in Total Joint procedures.

Preferred:

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN).
• The ideal candidate will have 5 or more years of combined clinical and leadership experience in Orthopedic Surgical nursing settings.
• Charge Nurse experience may be considered if it includes substantial responsibility for staff coordination, patient care oversight, and operational leadership.
• Current BLS/CPR certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross).
• ACLS certification.
• Familiarity with AORN standards and perioperative best practices.

• Full-Time: 40 hours/week
• Salary Range: $100,776 to $161,200
• Location:
  
  Hartford, CT

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.