Registered Nurse (RN) - OR General Surgery
Job Description
Location Information: Backus Hospital (10309)
ENROLLMENT BONUS AVAILABLE! (Conditions Apply)
Join us where every moment counts.
Every day, over 40,000 colleagues at our organization come together with a shared sense of pride, understanding that each moment is significant. We invite you to be a part of Connecticut’s most extensive healthcare network.
For more than 118 years, Backus Hospital has served as the primary healthcare provider for much of Eastern Connecticut. We are proud to host the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties, as well as being the sole hospital in the area with LIFE STAR helicopter services. Our mission is to deliver and coordinate a comprehensive range of high-quality healthcare aimed at enhancing the health of our communities.
Position Overview:
Our nursing staff operates within collaborative settings alongside robust interdisciplinary teams, emphasizing a patient-centered care approach in a richly diverse environment. Under the guidance and general oversight of the Nurse Manager, the registered nurse employs evidence-based practices in line with the State Nurse Practice Act, hospital policies, and directives from the medical team. The registered nurse utilizes their expertise to create a care plan that addresses the physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and educational needs of both patients and their families.
Qualifications
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
Education: Completion of an accredited nursing program.
Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of experience or successful completion of The William W. Backus Hospital Nurse Residency Program.
Licensure and Certification: Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in good standing in the State of Connecticut. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required upon hire. Must be able to obtain and maintain department-specific certifications.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Master of Science in Nursing (MSN).
Experience: At least two (2) years of experience in the relevant clinical area.
Licensure and Certification: Certification in the clinical specialty. CNOR certification preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Fundamental understanding of nursing principles and practices. Ability to comprehend and follow both oral and written instructions. Effective communication skills to relay technical or complex information and provide guidance. Strong interpersonal abilities to interact with departments, staff, physicians, management, and patients. Capacity to manage multiple priorities, demonstrate flexibility, and work collaboratively as part of a team. Ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment. Commitment to exceptional customer service. Basic computer skills for data entry and retrieval.
PROBLEM SOLVING AND DECISION MAKING
Requires a high level of analytical capability to collect and interpret information from various sources. Must be able to respond appropriately to changes, challenges, problems, and emergency situations. Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
We prioritize the growth of our careers.
With various locations across the state, our organization provides exciting opportunities for professional development and advancement. Here, you will be part of a forward-thinking organization that is dedicated to introducing new technologies, innovative treatments, and community education to countless individuals. We recognize that a successful organization is built on the success of its employees—we offer a competitive benefits package designed to promote work/life balance. Every moment is important. And this is your moment.
