Registered Nurse (RN) - OR General Surgery

Manchester Memorial Hospital; Stafford (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits program

Job summary

Manchester Memorial Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse in Stafford, Connecticut. The RN will provide high-quality patient-centered care, manage surgical patients, and collaborate with medical teams. Candidates must be graduates of accredited nursing schools and licensed in Connecticut, with CPR certification and experience in surgical or labor and delivery settings. A competitive benefits program is offered to ensure work/life balance.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing and maintain current RN license in Connecticut.
• Certification in Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) required upon hire.
• Previous surgical or labor and delivery experience, especially assisting with C-sections.

Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive assessments of patients' conditions.
• Collaborates with surgical team for individualized patient care plans.
• Documents the nursing process and responses to care timely.

Skills

Effective communication in English

Basic computer skills

Education

Graduate of accredited school of Nursing

Current Registered Nurse license in Connecticut

Certification in CPR

Job description

Location Detail: MMH-71 Haynes Street (10627)

Shift Detail: All shifts

$20,000 SIGN ON BONUS!

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network as a Registered Nurse.

The Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital, Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of 300,000 people in 19 towns.

Utilizing the nursing process, provides high quality direct and indirect patient‑centered care. Coordinates patient care by working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team, patients and families. Communicates, as appropriate, the patient's clinical condition, responding quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served. Promotes the profession of nursing and professional practice through collegial support and interactions. Reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Nursing and have and maintain current a Registered Nurse license in the State of Connecticut.
• Must have certification in Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) upon hire.

EXPERIENCE:

• Previous surgical or labor and delivery, specifically assisting with C‑sections, experience required.

COMPETENCIES:

• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing and possess basic computer skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Performs population‑specific comprehensive assessments and re‑assessments of the patient's condition and care needs including the psychosocial, physical, educational and cultural aspects.
2. Utilizing assessment data, collaborates with surgical team to define, implement and evaluate an individualized plan of care for each surgical patient.
3. Follows the five medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition. Follows Surgical Services policy for medication safety.
4. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and promotes positive patient outcomes; follows ECHN policy for Patient Identification, Surgical & Invasive Procedures Site Identification, and Time‑Out.
5. Documents the nursing process and responses to care in a timely manner utilizing the appropriate tools.
6. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. Utilizes critical thinking skills and sound judgment in priority setting and delegation.
7. Demonstrates autonomous practice, consistent with evidence‑based standards. Pursues personal and professional growth and development. Serves as a professional role model and mentor.
8. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan and the skills necessary to provide age‑appropriate care to patients served. Able to interpret data about the patient status in order to identify each patient's age‑specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group.
9. Provides an accurate and pertinent report of the patient's condition for safe transfer of care.

Competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.