Operating Room Nurse

Position Purpose

At Naugatuck Valley Surgical Center, part of Saint Mary's Hospital, the Registered Nurse (RN) in the Operating Room (OR) delivers safe, high‑quality care to surgical patients.

Full time

Day Shift

Position

Purpose:

The RN in the OR provides safe, high‑quality care to surgical patients.

• Provide intraoperative care by performing circulating and/or scrub duties, including patient positioning, site preparation, instrumentation, and sterile technique.
• Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure efficient, coordinated care throughout procedures.

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program with an Associate’s degree in Nursing is required.
• Valid RN license in Connecticut.
• Ideal candidates will have 1 or more years of intraoperative nursing experience, including circulating and scrub experience.

• Current BLS/CPR (AHA or Red Cross).
• Familiarity with AORN standards.

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.

• Full-Time – 40 hours/week.
• All shifts are Monday through Friday.
• No weekend, holiday, or on‑call requirements.
• Specialty pay available for experienced nurses with one or more years of RN experience.
• Hourly position, included in RN Step Program pay range: $36.15 to $59.95.

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.

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.