Orthopedic Operating Room RN – Joint and Spine

Trinity Health Of New England; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 51,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage Day 1

Dental coverage Day 1

Prescription coverage Day 1

Vision coverage Day 1

Retirement Savings with Employer Match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Life and AD&D Insurance

Well-being initiative

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center, part of Trinity Health Of New England, seeks an experienced OR RN to provide intraoperative care in Orthopedic settings. The role rotates between Orthopedic OR suites and the main OR to support traumas, with weekend/holiday rotations and on-call duties.

The ideal candidate holds an accredited nursing degree, CT RN license, and BLS/CPR; intraoperative OR experience in ortho is preferred. This is a full-time day-shift position with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing school.
• Valid RN license in Connecticut.
• Ideal candidates will have intraoperative OR nursing experience, particularly in orthopedic procedures.
• Current BLS/CPR (AHA or Red Cross) preferred.
• Familiarity with AORN standards.
• Not designed for new graduates; must function independently in the Orthopedic 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.
• Rotate between Orthopedic OR suites and the Main Operating Room to support Orthopedic Traumas.
• Participate in on-call based on unit needs.

Skills

Intraoperative OR nursing

Orthopedic procedures

Education

Nursing degree / RN

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

12 Hour Day Shift

Description:

Position Purpose:

At Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center, the Operating Room RN supports surgical patients within the Connecticut Joint & Spine Institute, delivering safe, high-quality care in a collaborative, patient-centered environment. This position will rotate between Orthopedic Operating Room suites in the Institute and the Main Operating Room to support Orthopedic Traumas.

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 school
• Valid RN license in Connecticut
• Ideal candidates will have Intraoperative Operating Room nursing experience, particularly in Orthopedic surgical procedures, including circulating and/or scrub roles.

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 Orthopedic OR.

Position Highlights:

• Full-Time: 36hrs/week – Day Shift
• Three (3) 12-hour shifts, with rotating weekends/holidays
• Participation in on-call is required, based on unit needs

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly Staff RN position; pay range: $37.25 – $61.75/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.

• Unit-based specialty pay is available for experienced nurses with one or more years of RN experience
• Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
  • Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and 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 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.