Operating Room RN – Joint and Spine
About the role
At Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center, the Operating Room RN supports surgical patients within the Connecticut Joint & Spine Institute, delivering safe, high-quality care in a collaborative, patient-centered environment.
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 Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited nursing program with an Associate’s degree in Nursing is required.
- Valid RN license in Connecticut.
Preferred Qualifications
- Current BLS/CPR (AHA or Red Cross).
- Familiarity with AORN standards.
Experience Requirements
Ideal candidates will have Intraoperative Operating Room (OR) experience, particularly in Orthopedic and/or Spine/Neurosurgical procedures, including circulating and/or scrub roles.
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.
Schedule
- Full-Time: 40 hrs/week – Day Shift.
- Rotating weekends/holidays; on-call required.
Pay
- 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.