Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Rotating Shift

Description

Position Purpose

At Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center, the Registered Nurse (RN) in the Pre & Post Surgery Unit delivers patient care to support the Main PACU, Main Operating Room, and Ambulatory Surgery suites. This includes preparing patients for surgery, providing education, and following universal protocol. The RN also provides Phase 2 assessment, teaching, and discharge instructions.

What You Will Do

• Deliver care in a fast-paced unit focused on pre-operative preparation and post-operative recovery.
• Educate patients, follow universal protocols, and ensure safe discharge with proper instructions.
  
  

Required

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Valid RN license in Connecticut.
  
  

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN).
• The ideal candidate will have two or more years of medical-surgical nursing experience in an Inpatient Acute Setting, and telemetry or step-down experience is strongly encouraged.
• BLS/CPR and ACLS certification (support available post-hire).
  
  

Position Highlights And Benefits

• Per Diem - Rotating Shifts.
• Monday thru Friday, no weekend or holiday commitment.
• Unit hours are 5:30 am to 6:30 pm.
• Participation on both pre- and post-operative teams is required.
  
  

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.