Main PACU Registered Nurse
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Job Location:
Hartford, CT - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Employment Type:
Full timeShift:
Evening ShiftDescription:
Position Purpose
At Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center the Registered Nurse (RN) in the Main PACU provides post-operative care for patients recovering from complex surgeries performed in the Main OR of a Level 1 Trauma Center.
What You Will Do
Provide high-acuity care for patients recovering from trauma cardiovascular neurological and other critical surgeries.
Manage Phase 1 and 2 recovery ensuring safe emergence from anesthesia stabilization and transfer readiness.
Collaborate with anesthesiologists surgeons and care teams to deliver advanced interventions and uphold perioperative standards.
Minimum Qualifications
Required:
Graduation from an accredited nursing program with an Associates degree in Nursing required
Valid RN license in Connecticut
Preferred:
Bachelors degree in Nursing
The ideal candidate will have one or more years of PACU experience supporting inpatient surgical recovery
Candidates with Emergency Room or ICU nurses with 2 years of experience may be considered if they demonstrate expertise in ICU-level ventilated patient care critical drips (e.g. vasopressors sedatives) and strong assessment skills. Note: Training is not available for candidates without this expertise
BLS/CPR certification (AHA or ARC)
ACLS and TNCC certification (support available post-hire)
Proficiency in ASPAN standards and guidelines
Position Highlights and Benefits
Full-Time 36 hours/week Evening Shift
Three 12-hour shifts every 3rd weekend
Variable start times: 9:00 am 10:00 am or 11:00 am
On-call requirements are based on unit needs. On-call may be required to support off shifts such as Nights.
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 nations 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.
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- ICU Experience
- Hospice Care
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Home Care
- Nursing
- Catheterization
- Critical Care Experience
- Medication Administration
- Tube Feeding
About Company
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic health care systems in the nation. It is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 25 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, the Trinity ... View more
