Staff RN HSS OR RN, Part Time 22.5-Hours

Stamford Health is hiring an OR RN for the HSS Operating Room at 1 Hospital Plaza, Stamford location.

Schedule

• Part-time, 22.5 hours per week, Monday through Friday
• Shift options:
  • (2) 10-hour shifts per week: 7am–5pm or 9am–7pm
  • (3) 8-hour shifts per week: 7am–3pm or 11am–7pm

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver patient care utilizing the Nursing Process and following all established standards of practice within State and Federal guidelines.
• Provide supervision of non-RN personnel and act as a resource for ancillary staff on assigned unit.
• Supervise unit activities when assigned to charge or clinical coordinator role.
• Act as preceptor to new staff and/or students as requested.
• Adhere to all Stamford Hospital’s policies and procedures, including the Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program.
• Provide safe and therapeutic care using the values inherent in our hospital culture.
• Provide direct patient care to a select group of patients and advocate on their behalf.
• Assess patient’s physical and psychosocial condition throughout the continuum of care.
• Develop and communicate patient plan of care reflecting patient issues and proposed interventions to achieve desired patient outcome.
• Collaborate with patient, family, and healthcare team in implementing plan of care.
• Provide education as indicated after assessing the learning needs of the patient and family.
• Communicate effectively with all members of the health care team and related departments to provide accurate information about the care of the patients.
• Formulate and maintain effective working relationships with peers, managers, and other team members.
• Display a positive attitude and work to achieve an environment of respect, accountability, teamwork, integrity, and compassion.
• Refrain from supporting or taking part in disruptive or negative behavior.
• Respect and protect the patient’s rights to confidentiality and privacy, disclosing information only for professional purposes in the patient’s best interests with full consideration of their legal rights.
• Practice the 5 rights to patient safety when administering medications, blood or blood products, and treatments (right patient, right medication, right route, right dose, right time).
• Respond to crisis in a calm, efficient manner, directing others concisely.
• Evaluate patient outcomes, effectiveness of plan of care, and readiness for discharge and/or continuing care; revise plan of care as needed and appropriately refer for additional services where indicated.
• Document pertinent information, observations, and all aspects of patient care clearly, concisely, and in a timely manner.
• Maintain equipment and utilize supplies in a safe, cost-effective manner.
• Participate in and support performance improvement and risk management activities.
• Participate in clinical research activities and demonstrate evidence-based practice.
• Participate in ongoing regulatory readiness compliance.
• Support hospital-wide and unit-specific initiatives (e.g., Planetree, Magnet, Joint Certification, etc.).

Requirements

• At least 2 years of OR RN experience.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Valid license as Registered Nurse in Connecticut.
• BSN strongly preferred.
• BLS certification required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive, low-cost health insurance plans (including GLP-1 coverage options) available day one.
• Wellness programs.
• Paid Time Off accruals.
• Tax-deferred annuity and (403b) pension plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Free on-site parking and train station shuttle.
• Childcare partnership with Children’s Learning Center.

About Us

Stamford Health is a non-profit independent health care system with more than 3,800 employees committed to caring for the community through a wide range of high-quality health and wellness services. Patients and their families receive expert, compassionate care through the system’s 305-bed Stamford Hospital; Stamford Health Medical Group, with more than 40 offices in lower Fairfield County offering primary and specialty care; a growing number of ambulatory locations across the region; and support through the Stamford Hospital Foundation.

Stamford Health is known for its expert, person-centered care through its many recognitions and partnerships. U.S. News & World Report has recognized Stamford Hospital as a High-Performing Hospital. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) rated Stamford Hospital as a five-star hospital for Overall Quality, and The Leapfrog Group awarded Stamford Hospital an “A” for patient safety. The American Nurses Credentialing Center has granted Stamford Hospital Magnet Status, recognizing superior patient care with the highest level of safety, quality, and patient satisfaction. Stamford Health is Planetree Gold-Certified for Excellence in Person-Centered Care and is a Certified™ Great Place to Work.

Stamford Health is a major teaching affiliate of the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and has recently expanded its relationship with Columbia to offer treatment and expertise from Columbia University Irving Medical Center’s nationally recognized heart surgeons. Stamford Health and Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) have created a premier center for specialty orthopedic care in Stamford, Connecticut. Additionally, in 2020, Stamford Health’s Carl & Dorothy Bennett Cancer Center entered into an expanded collaboration with Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center.

Dedicated to being the community’s most trusted health care partner, Stamford Health puts patients first to build long-lasting relationships.

About The Team

Stamford Health offers an extremely competitive salary with generous shift differentials where appropriate. Our Total Rewards Program is ranked as one of the highest satisfiers based on employee engagement surveys. With over 100 transfers and promotions each year for the past 5 years, Stamford Health is a place for you to grow and develop your career. Many departments, from Nursing to Information Systems and Rehabilitation, have Career Ladder programs that foster career development.

Whether employees choose to live in the greater Stamford, CT area or commute from New York or Fairfield, we offer free convenient parking and free transportation from the Stamford train stations. Our collaboration with Hospital for Special Surgery and the Dana Farber Brigham and Women's Cancer Care Collaborative connects us directly with world-class expertise, research, resources, and technology to put us at the forefront of patient care.

We have a robust Professional Development and Organization Development program that provides both clinical and non-clinical staff with the opportunity to develop and grow professionally. For organizational leaders, we offer a comprehensive New Manager Orientation four times per year. Our program, designed specifically for Stamford Health, helps prepare today’s and tomorrow’s leaders for success with an innovative curriculum based on best practices and enhances the skills of leaders bringing fresh perspectives from other organizations.