General Surgery RN

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement match

Time off

Tuition reimbursement

Life and AD&D Insurance

Well-being program

Career growth

Job summary

Saint Mary's Hospital in Waterbury, CT seeks a Registered Nurse for the Inpatient General Surgery unit, focusing on post-operative recovery, ongoing assessment, and care coordination during the inpatient stay.

You will provide care, monitor for complications, educate patients and families on post-surgical care and restrictions, and collaborate with surgeons, hospitalists, and care teams to support safe transitions home.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program with an Associate’s degree in Nursing.
• Valid RN license in Connecticut.
• 1+ years of General Surgery, Med/Surg, or Acute Inpatient nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to post-operative general surgery patients, including assessment and pain management.
• Coordinate with surgeons, hospitalists, and care teams to support recovery and discharge planning.
• Educate patients and families on post-surgical care and activity restrictions.

Education

Associate’s degree in Nursing

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: 12 Hour Night Shift Description: Position Purpose At Saint Mary’s Hospital, the Registered Nurse (RN) in the Inpatient General Surgery unit delivers high-quality, patient-centered care to adult and geriatric surgical patients throughout their inpatient stay. This role focuses on post-operative recovery, ongoing assessment, and coordination of care, ensuring safe outcomes and a smooth transition from hospitalization to home or the next level of care.

What You Will Do Provide comprehensive nursing care to post-operative general surgery patients, including assessment, pain management, wound care, and monitoring for complications. Collaborate with surgeons, hospitalists, case management, and interdisciplinary teams to support patient progression, recovery, and discharge planning. Educate patients and families on post-surgical care, medications, activity restrictions, and recovery expectations to promote safe transitions.

Minimum Qualifications Required

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program with an Associate’s degree in Nursing is required
• Valid RN license in Connecticut
• Ideal candidates will have one or more years of General Surgery, Med/Surg, or Acute Inpatient nursing experience

Preferred Qualifications

• BLS/CPR certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross), certification support offered post-hire

Position Highlights

Full-Time: 36 hrs/week – Night Shift 12-hour shifts with rotating weekends and holidays

Compensation and Benefits

Hourly Staff RN position; pay range: $36.15 – $59.95/hour Pay is based on working RN experience only. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

• Medical
• Dental
• Prescription Drug
• Vision Coverage
• Day 1 Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match
• Day 1 Time Off - may include Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
• Day 1 Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
• Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• Well-being Initiative
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities within Trinity Health

Ministry/Facility Information

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 of our facilities, and the way we strive to make patients and their families feel cared for, akin to being a cherished member of our own family.

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.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.

For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.