Registered Nurse (RN) - OR General Surgery

The VIOS Clinic; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The VIOS Clinic in Norwalk, CT is seeking an Operating Room Nurse to provide direct nursing care and support surgical teams with patient safety as a priority.

Responsibilities include preparing the OR, monitoring vitals, assisting surgeons, and ensuring sterile techniques while collaborating with the care team.

Qualifications

• Licensed RN credential from the Connecticut Department of Public Health.
• Associate degree in Nursing required; BSN preferred.
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as an Operating Room Nurse; scrub experience is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of aseptic techniques and patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, and age-related needs to deliver individualized care.
• Review charts for completeness and adhere to documentation protocols before and after surgery.
• Prepare the operating room, check and troubleshoot equipment, and maintain sterilization standards.
• Position and prepare patients on the operating table, monitor vital signs, and ensure safety precautions.
• Pass instruments and assist surgeons during procedures while maintaining sterile techniques.
• Communicate effectively with patients, team members, and physicians for seamless care.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication

Team player

Education

RN license (Connecticut)

Associate degree in Nursing

BLS certification

BSN preferred

Job description

Role Overview:

Provides direct nursing care as an Operating Room Nurse, supporting surgical teams and ensuring patient safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients' physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, and age-related needs to deliver individualized care.
• Review charts for completeness and adhere to documentation protocols before and after surgery.
• Prepare the operating room, check and troubleshoot equipment, and maintain sterilization standards.
• Position and prepare patients on the operating table, monitor vital signs, and ensure safety precautions.
• Pass instruments and assist surgeons during procedures while maintaining sterile techniques.
• Communicate effectively with patients, team members, and physicians for seamless care.

Qualifications & Skills

• Licensed Registered Nurse credential from the Connecticut Department of Public Health.
• Associate degree in Nursing required; BSN preferred.
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as an Operating Room Nurse; scrub experience is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of aseptic techniques, patient safety, and surgical procedures.
• Critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and excellent organizational and communication abilities.
• Team player committed to high standards of care.

Join a dedicated healthcare team committed to quality care, professional growth, and community impact, with a focus on safety, collaboration, and excellence in surgical nursing practice.