Registered Nurse (RN) - OR CORE Ambulatory

Hartford Healthcare • Hartford, CT

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About The Position

The OR Nurse functions as Circulator/Scrub Nurse in the Operating Room. Organizes and administers individualized, professional patient care to patients within the Operating Room. Provides nursing care in accordance with the objectives, policies, procedures and protocols of the hospital and AORN, ASPAN and SGNA standards. Participates in patient teaching; incorporates the needs and behavior of the patient’s specific age/cultural groups in planning and providing care. Participates in quality improvement activities.

The Ambulatory Operating Room provides care for same-day surgery patients. Although it functions as an outpatient surgical center, the Ambulatory OR delivers specialized surgical care to individuals with complex medical conditions. Surgical service lines covered include colorectal, dental, ear, nose, and throat (ENT), general surgery, gynecology, urology, urogynecology, oral maxillofacial, ophthalmology, plastics, and pediatrics.

The Ambulatory OR plays a crucial role in reducing the need for extended hospital stays, offering patients high-quality, efficient care to patients who can recover safely at home.

Requirements

• Current active CT RN License
• Previous OR experience required (OR Novice nurses, including Graduate Nurses, may apply to the OR Nurse Transition to Practice Program)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at time of hire
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Independent problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills

Nice To Haves

• BSN Preferred
• CNOR certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Functions as Circulator/Scrub Nurse in the Operating Room.
• Organizes and administers individualized, professional patient care to patients within the Operating Room.
• Provides nursing care in accordance with the objectives, policies, procedures and protocols of the hospital and AORN, ASPAN and SGNA standards.
• Participates in patient teaching; incorporates the needs and behavior of the patient’s specific age/cultural groups in planning and providing care.
• Participates in quality improvement activities.

Benefits

• SIGN ON BONUS UP TO $30,000 offered for this role (restrictions apply)
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250.00 after six months of employment and up to 40% tuition discounts with partnering institutions for colleague AND dependents
• Loan forgiveness for qualifying existing student loans
• Employee assistance and wellness programs including a strong focus on promoting mental health
• Paid time off and health insurance packages
• Discounts on services, products and optional coverages – movie tickets, pet insurance, travel and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed