Operating Room RN

Position Purpose:

At Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center, the Main Operating Room RN delivers safe, high-quality care to surgical patients.

What You Will Do:

• Provide intraoperative care by performing circulating and/or scrub duties, including patient positioning, site prep, instrumentation, and sterile technique.

• Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure efficient, coordinated care throughout procedures.

Required:

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program with an Associate’s degree in Nursing is required.

• Valid RN license in Connecticut.

• Must have two (2) or more years of inpatient nursing experience.

Preferred:

• Ideal candidates must have 1 or more years of intraoperative nursing experience, including circulating and scrub experience.

• Current BLS/CPR (AHA or Red Cross)

• Familiarity with AORN standards

This position is open to experienced RN candidates seeking training through the AORN Periop 101 program. Comprehensive onboarding and education will be provided to support a successful transition into the intraoperative nursing environment. This role is not designed for new graduates or those seeking training through the Periop 101 program. Candidates must be able to function independently in the OR.

Position Highlights:

• Full-Time: 40 hrs/week – Day Shift

• Rotating weekends/holidays; on-call required

• Specialty pay is available exclusively to experienced nurses with one or more years of RN experience

• Hourly position, included in RN Step Program pay range: $36.15 to $59.95

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Francis Hospital, established in 1897, has been a cornerstone institution in Connecticut. As a proud member of Trinity Health Of New England and Trinity Health, it stands as one of the nation’s largest multi-institutional Catholic healthcare delivery systems. Recognized as a Level 1 Trauma Center, Saint Francis Hospital boasts 617 beds and serves as a significant teaching hospital in the region.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.