Registered Nurse Orthopedic

Trinity Health Of New England; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time schedule

Rotating weekends/holidays

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital in Hartford, CT is seeking a Registered Nurse in the Orthopedic Department for a part-time 12-hour night shift. The role focuses on caring for patients with musculoskeletal conditions, including post-surgical recovery and trauma, in a dynamic unit.

You will administer analgesics, monitor wounds, and collaborate with physical therapists, providing pre-op and post-op education and supporting early ambulation.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing school.
• Valid RN license in Connecticut.
• BLS/CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Dynamic work environment in a fast-paced orthopedic unit.
• Administer medications and manage pain; monitor wounds and dressings.
• Assist patients with early ambulation and coordinate with physical therapy.

Education

Graduation from an accredited nursing school

Tools

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

Position Purpose

In the Orthopedic Department at Saint Francis Hospital, the Registered Nuse (RN) plays a crucial role in caring for patients with musculoskeletal conditions, including fractures, joint replacement, spinal disorders and sport injuries.

What You Will Do:

Dynamic work environment in a fast-paced unit, catering to patients with orthopedic conditions, including post-surgical recovery and trauma cases.

Administer medications, including analgesics, and use non-pharmacological techniques to manage pain while also monitoring and caring for surgical wounds and dressings.

Assist patients in early ambulation, provide education on movement restrictions, and collaborate with physical therapists. Educate patients on pre-op and post-op procedures, including what to expect during recovery.

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

12 Hour Night Shift

Description:

Position Purpose

In the Orthopedic Department at Saint Francis Hospital, the Registered Nuse (RN) plays a crucial role in caring for patients with musculoskeletal conditions, including fractures, joint replacement, spinal disorders and sport injuries.

What You Will Do:

Dynamic work environment in a fast-paced unit, catering to patients with orthopedic conditions, including post-surgical recovery and trauma cases.

Administer medications, including analgesics, and use non-pharmacological techniques to manage pain while also monitoring and caring for surgical wounds and dressings.

Assist patients in early ambulation, provide education on movement restrictions, and collaborate with physical therapists. Educate patients on pre-op and post-op procedures, including what to expect during recovery.

• Dynamic work environment in a fast-paced unit, catering to patients with orthopedic conditions, including post-surgical recovery and trauma cases.
• Administer medications, including analgesics, and use non-pharmacological techniques to manage pain while also monitoring and caring for surgical wounds and dressings.
• Assist patients in early ambulation, provide education on movement restrictions, and collaborate with physical therapists. Educate patients on pre-op and post-op procedures, including what to expect during recovery.

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• Graduation from an accredited nursing school
• Valid RN license in Connecticut

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing
• The ideal candidate will have two or more years of Orthopedic or Surgical experience in an acute inpatient setting.
• BLS/CPR certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross)

Position Highlights:

• Part Time 24Hours/Night
• Rotating 4th Weekend/ Every other Holiday

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Francis Hospital has been an anchor institution in Connecticut since 1897. Saint Francis, a member of Trinity Health Of New England and Trinity Health, is one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation. Saint Francis Hospital, a Level 1 Trauma Center, is a 617-bed hospital and a major teaching hospital. Other Saint Francis entities include the Comprehensive Women’s Health Center, the Connecticut Joint Replacement Institute, and the Smilow Cancer Hospital.

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.