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Position Purpose:

At Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center the Nurse Manager will lead theConnecticut Joint & Spine InstitutesPre& PACU and Surgical suites ensuring high-quality patient-centered surgical care. This role is responsible for operational leadership staff development regulatory compliance and performance outcomes.

What You Will Do:

• Oversee staffing coordination training hiring and performance management.

• Ensure compliance with infection control standards DPH The Joint Commission and AORN guidelines.

• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and outcomes.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives policy development and patient satisfaction strategies.

• Promote a culture of safety excellence and compassionate care.

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited nursing program.

• Valid and current Connecticut RN license.

• Demonstrated nursing leadership experience in surgical nursing (PACU or OR) settings specifically in roles such as Nurse Manager or Assistant Nurse Manager.

• Strong background in Orthopedic surgical care with expertise in Total Joint procedures.

Preferred:

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN).

• The ideal candidate will have 5 or more years of combined clinical and leadership experience in Orthopedic Surgical nursing settings.

• Charge Nurse experience may be considered if it includes substantial responsibility for staff coordination patient care oversight and operational leadership.

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

• ACLS certification

• Familiarity with AORN standards and perioperative best practices.

Position Highlights:

• Full-Time: 40 hours/week

• Salary Range: $100776 to $161200

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.

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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.