Operating Room RN

Trinity Health Of New England; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center in Hartford, CT is seeking an experienced RN to join the Main Operating Room as an intraoperative circulating/scrub nurse on the Day shift. You will deliver safe, high-quality care to surgical patients, uphold sterile technique, and collaborate with the surgical team.

Requirements include an Associate’s degree in Nursing, CT RN license, and 1+ year intraoperative experience. BLS/CPR and AORN familiarity preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program with an Associate’s degree in Nursing.
• Valid RN license in Connecticut.
• 1+ years intraoperative nursing experience (circulating/scrub).
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Familiarity with AORN standards.
• Not designed for new graduates; must function independently in the OR.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Intraoperative Nursing

Circulating & Scrub

Patient positioning & sterile tech

RN License (CT)

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

CT RN license

Tools

BLS/CPR (AHA or Red Cross)

AORN standards familiarity

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Day ShiftDescription:

Position Purpose:

At Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center, the Main Operating Room RN delivers safe, high-quality care to surgical patients.

What You Will Do:

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

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 must have 1 or more years of intraoperative nursing experience, including circulating and scrub experience.

Preferred:

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

Important Consideration ***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.

Position Highlights:

• Full-Time: 40 hrs/week – Day Shift
• Rotating weekends/holidays; on-call required
• Specialty pay is available exclusively to experienced nurses with one or more years of RN experience
• Hourly position, included in RN Step Program pay range: $36.15 to $59.95

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.