RN-Perioperative Nurse Residency Program

Smilow Cancer Hospital; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Smilow Cancer Hospital is launching the RN-Operating Room Nurse Residency Program in August 2025 to prepare registered nurses for perioperative roles. This structured program combines online content, skills labs, and clinical rotations to ensure readiness for independent practice, transitioning into a full-time position with varied shifts.

Qualifications

• BCLS certification required within one month of hire.
• Current RN license in Connecticut.
• Clinical specialty certification is highly encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Follow ANA Scope and Standards of Practice.
• Adhere to ANA Standards of Professional Performance.

Skills

Assessment

Patient Care

Collaboration

Leadership

Effective Communication

Education

Graduation from an accredited nursing program

BSN preferred

Job description

RN-Operating Room Nurse Residency Program-August 2025

Join to apply for the RN-Operating Room Nurse Residency Program-August 2025 role at Smilow Cancer Hospital

Program begins on 8/25/2025 and lasts approximately six to ten months, designed to prepare registered nurses for perioperative nursing roles.

This structured program includes online didactic content, skills labs, and clinical preceptorships across various service lines, culminating in a full immersion into clinical rotations and independent practice readiness.

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values—integrity, patient-centeredness, respect, accountability, and compassion—which guide our daily work.

At Bridgeport Hospital, we focus on quality, patient-centered care, and a team approach to healthcare delivery. As part of Yale New Haven Health System, the RN upholds our standards, practicing within legal and ethical frameworks, demonstrating leadership, collaboration, and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Follow ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care.
• Adhere to ANA Standards of Professional Performance, including ethics, culturally congruent practice, communication, collaboration, leadership, education, and evidence-based practice.

Qualifications

Education: Graduation from an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred. Current BCLS certification required within one month of hire.

Experience: All RNs encouraged to advance through the SPIRE program. Clinical specialty certification is highly encouraged.

Licensure: Current RN license in Connecticut.

Additional Details

The program is a comprehensive, blended learning experience with online modules, skills labs, and clinical rotations across multiple service lines. After successful completion, nurses transition into a 40-hour position with varied shifts.

Hours during training may include evenings, nights, and weekends.

Requisition ID: 149533