General Surgery RN

Trinity Health • Waterbury, CT

2d • $37 - $62

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Inpatient General Surgery unit at Saint Mary’s Hospital delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced Med/Surg environment. The RN cares for adult and geriatric surgical patients throughout their inpatient stay, focusing on post-operative recovery, ongoing assessment, and coordination of care to ensure safe outcomes and a smooth transition from hospitalization to home or the next level of care. This is a part-time, 24-hour-per-week role on 12-hour night shifts, with rotating weekends and holidays. Candidates must be able to function independently in the General Surgery unit; the role is not designed for new graduates or those seeking training in General Surgery or Med/Surg Nursing.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program with an Associate’s degree in Nursing.
• Valid RN license in Connecticut.
• Candidates must be able to function independently in the General Surgery unit.
• Ideal candidates will have one or more years of General Surgery, Med/Surg, or Acute Inpatient nursing experience.

Nice To Haves

• BLS/CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross; certification support is offered post-hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to post-operative general surgery patients, including assessment, pain management, wound care, and monitoring for complications.
• Collaborate with surgeons, hospitalists, case management, and interdisciplinary teams to support patient progression, recovery, and discharge planning.
• Educate patients and families on post-surgical care, medications, activity restrictions, and recovery expectations to promote safe transitions.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, prescription drug, and vision coverage beginning Day 1.
• Retirement savings program with employer match beginning Day 1.
• Time off may include paid time off, vacation, sick time, and holidays, beginning Day 1.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
• Basic and supplemental life and AD&D insurance.
• Well-being initiative.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities within Trinity Health.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree