Registered Nurse RN Inpatient Trauma

Trinity Health; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital in Connecticut is seeking an Inpatient Trauma Registered Nurse (RN) to care for patients with a range of surgical and trauma-related conditions, including abdominal and orthopedic injuries. The RN will work nights on a 36-hour schedule as part of a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires CT RN licensure, BLS certification, and strong communication, organizational and critical thinking skills.

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure in Connecticut.
• BLS certification required.
• Strong communication, organizational and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on bedside care for trauma and surgical patients.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Educate patients and families to restore pre-surgical wellness.
• Identify emergencies and mobilize resources.
• Participate in quality improvement and apply research findings.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing

CT RN licensure

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:12 Hour Night ShiftDescription:

Position Purpose

At Saint Francis Hospital, the Inpatient Trauma Registered Nurse (RN) cares for patients with a variety of surgical or trauma-related illnesses or injuries, including abdominal trauma, orthopedic trauma, bariatrics, plastic surgery, surgical oncology, colorectal surgery, vascular surgery, thoracic surgery, and neurosurgery.

What You Will Do

• Provide hands-on bedside care for patients with complex surgical needs as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans, employing strategies to promote health and safe environments.
• Facilitate patient and family education with a focus on restoring patients to their pre-surgical state of wellness.
• Recognize emergency situations and mobilize appropriate resources.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and integrate research findings into practice.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
• Licensure: Current Licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Connecticut.
• Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Effective communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience: Acute care, Medical-Surgical, General Surgery experience preferred.

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Work Schedule: Full time 36-hour Nights
• Opportunity to work with a highly skilled and recognized team, including award recipients.
• A supportive and collaborative environment with a focus on clinical curiosity and high-quality, holistic care.

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.

Keyword: Registered Nurse, RN, Med / Surg; Medical Surgical, inpatient

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.