General Surgery RN
Trinity Health•Waterbury, CT
•$36 - $60•Onsite
About The Position
At Saint Mary’s Hospital, the Registered Nurse (RN) in the Inpatient General Surgery unit delivers high‑quality, patient‑centered care in a fast-paced Med/Surg environment, caring for adult and geriatric surgical patients throughout their inpatient stay. This role focuses on post-operative recovery, ongoing assessment, and coordination of care, ensuring safe outcomes and a smooth transition from hospitalization to home or the next level of care.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited nursing program with an Associate’s degree in Nursing is required
- Valid RN license in Connecticut
- One or more years of General Surgery, Med/Surg, or Acute Inpatient nursing experience.
- Candidates must be able to function independently in the General Surgery unit.
Nice To Haves
- BLS/CPR certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross)
- certification support 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
- certification support offered post-hire.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
