In the Orthopedic Department at Saint Francis Hospital the Registered Nuse (RN) plays a crucial role in caring for patients with musculoskeletal conditions including fractures joint replacement spinal disorders and sport injuries.

What You Will Do:

• Dynamic work environment in a fast-paced unit catering to patients with orthopedic conditions including post-surgical recovery and trauma cases.

• Administer medications including analgesics and use non-pharmacological techniques to manage pain while also monitoring and caring for surgical wounds and dressings.

• Assist patients in early ambulation provide education on movement restrictions and collaborate with physical therapists. Educate patients on pre-op and post-op procedures including what to expect during recovery.

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• Graduation from an accredited nursing school

• Valid RN license in Connecticut

Preferred:

• Bachelors degree in Nursing

• The ideal candidate will have two or more years of Orthopedic or Surgical experience in an acute inpatient setting.

• BLS/CPR certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross)

Position Highlights:

• Full Time: 32hrs/week-Night Shift 2-12 Hour Shifts and 1-8hr Shift either 7p-3:30a or 11p-7:30a

• Rotating 4th Weekend/ Every other Holiday

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Francis Hospital has been an anchor institution in Connecticut since 1897. Saint Francis a member of Trinity Health Of New England and Trinity Health is one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation. Saint Francis Hospital a Level 1 Trauma Center is a 617-bed hospital and a major teaching hospital. Other Saint Francis entities include the Comprehensive Womens Health Center the Connecticut Joint Replacement Institute and the Smilow Cancer Hospital.