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Operating Room RN

Trinity Health

Waterbury, CTFull-time$36.15–59.95/hrPosted 2w agoVerified open 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$36.15–59.95/hr
Location
Waterbury, CT
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid RN License In ConnecticutAssociate's degree

Job overview

Trinity Health is hiring an Operating Room RN. The Operating Room RN at Saint Mary’s Hospital in Waterbury, CT provides safe, high-quality intraoperative care, performing circulating and scrub duties while collaborating with the surgical team to ensure efficient, coordinated procedures.

Key focus areas include Provide intraoperative care by performing circulating and/or scrub duties, including patient positioning, site prep, instrumentation, and sterile technique. and Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure efficient, coordinated care throughout procedures..

Preferred (not required): Circulating Duties, Scrub Duties, Patient Positioning, and Site Preparation.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Circulating DutiesScrub DutiesPatient PositioningSite PreparationInstrumentationSterile TechniqueCollaboration With Surgical TeamIndependent Functioning in OrFamiliarity With AORN Standards

Qualifications

Associate’s Degree in NursingValid RN License in Connecticut1+ Years Intraoperative Nursing ExperienceCurrent BLS/CPR (AHA or Red Cross)Must Be Able to Function Independently in OrAvailability for Rotating Weekends/Holidays; On-Call Required

Full job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift

Description: Position Purpose:

At Saint Mary’s Hospital , the 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.

Minimum Qualifications: Required:

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

  • Valid RN license in Connecticut.

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

Preferred:

  • Current BLS/CPR (AHA or Red Cross)

  • Familiarity with AORN standards

Important Consideration *** 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 Mary’s Hospital, operating since 1909, is a Catholic, not-for-profit, community teaching hospital dedicated to serving patients in Waterbury, CT, and the surrounding communities. What sets us apart is evident from the moment you walk through our doors: the genuine warmth and attentiveness of our physicians and nurses, the pristine condition of our facilities, and the way we strive to make patients and their families feel cared for, akin to being a cherished member of our own family.

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.

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