Registered Nurse; RN - OR General Surgery

Location and Shift: Backus Hospital (10309). 2 12‑hour shifts 7 p‑7 a. One 8‑hour shift 11 p‑7 a. Rotating nights, including weekends. Sign‑on bonus offered (restrictions apply).

Our nurses work in collaborative environments with strong interdisciplinary teams, focused on a patient‑centered care model in a richly diverse work space. Under the direction and general supervision of the Nurse Manager, a registered nurse utilizes evidence‑based practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, policies and procedures of the hospital, and as directed by the medical staff. The registered nurse applies the nursing process to develop a plan of care that includes standards of practice to meet the physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and educational needs of the patient and family.

• Graduate of a school of nursing.
• One (1) year experience and/or successful completion of The William W. Backus Hospital Nurse Residency Program.
• Current unrestricted license in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) upon hire.
• Ability to obtain and maintain department‑specific certifications.

• BSN or MSN.
• Two (2) or more years experience in this specific clinical area.
• Certification in clinical area.
• CNOR certification.

Basic knowledge of nursing principles and practices. Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions. Communicates effectively to provide technical or complex information as well as instruction. Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with departments, employees, physicians, managers, and patients. Ability to handle multiple priorities, be flexible, and a team player. Ability to work in a stressful environment. Commitment to customer service.

Basic computer knowledge to enter/retrieve data.

Requires high level of analytical ability to gather and interpret information from various sources. Able to take appropriate action in response to changes, circumstances, problems, and/or emergency situations. Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.

Competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.