We are a growing ambulatory surgery center in the beautiful Litchfield Hills and are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience circulating orthopedic, podiatry, sports medicine, spine, and hand cases in a fast-paced surgical environment.
We perform surgery Monday-Thursday each week. The position includes working one or more days/week. Enjoy a collaborative team atmosphere with now weekends, holidays, or on-call requirements.
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, high-quality patient care throughout the perioperative experience.
- Circulate surgical cases while ensuring patient safety, comfort, and adherence to sterile technique.
- Assist anesthesia providers and monitor patient status during procedures.
- Collaborate effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and surgical staff to ensure efficient patient care and workflow.
- Prepare operating rooms, equipment, and supplies for surgical procedures.
- Maintain accurate electronic health records (EHR) and document patient assessments in a timely manner.
- Educate patients and families regarding pre-operative and post-operative care instructions.
Qualifications
- Current RN License in good standing.
- Previous operating room and circulating experience preferred.
- Experience with orthopedic, podiatry, sports medicine, spine, and hand preferred.
- Strong patient assessment and critical thinking skills.
- Knowledge of EHR systems
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced surgical environment
- Able to lift up to 40lbs
Benefits
- No weekends, holidays, or on-call responsibilities.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
- opportunity to grow with an expanding surgery center.
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Orthopedics
- Pain Medicine
- Podiatry
- Surgery
Physical Setting:
- Ambulatory surgery center
Experience:
- operating room Nursing: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Required)
- RN (Required)
- ACLS (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Torrington, CT (Required)
Work Location: In person
