Top 11 Plastic surgery rn Jobs in Shelton, Ct

RN Breast Wellness - Full Time - 40 Hours
Griffin Hospital —Derby, CT
- Full-time
- Surgery
- RN License
- Mid-level
- Free parking
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Pre/Post Operative Registered Nurse
Waterbury Surgery Center —Waterbury, CT
- No weekends
- Surgery
- BLS Certification
- Mid-level
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OR Registered Nurse
North Haven Surgery Center (12860) —North Haven, CT
- $39.93 - $59.90 an hour
- PRN
- Nursing
- Surgery
- RN License
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
RN Registered Nurse Oncology Auto OFFER!
White Glove Placement, Inc. —New Haven, CT
- $2,337 a week
- Full-time
- Surgery
- RN License
- BLS Certification
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Registered Nurse PreOp PACU II, Part-Time - Northeast Alliance Surgery Center
SCA Health —Hamden, CT
- $35 - $50 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Nursing
- RN License
- PALS Certification
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Travel RN - Med/Surg - Oncology - Chemo Certified
American Traveler —New Haven, CT
- $2,286 a week
- Contract
- Surgery
- RN License
- BLS Certification
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Travel RN - Operating Room
American Traveler —Bridgeport, CT
- $3,018 a week
- Weekends as needed
- Acute care
- Surgery
- RN License
- Free parking
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RN Breast Wellness - Full Time - 40 Hours

Griffin Hospital -
Derby, CT

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Free parking

Qualifications

Nursing policy compliance
Medical procedure assistance
RN License
Triage
Rapid assessment emergency response
Regulatory compliance
Care documentation
Incident Escalation
Patient safety
Working with individuals in post-surgery recovery
Psychological support for patients
Initial patient assessment
Overseeing care coordination
Clinical assessment documentation
Wound care supplies
Patient interaction
Clinical documentation standards
Care coordination
Wound dressing
Escalation handling
Medical imaging interpretation
Health education and counseling

Full Job Description

Griffin Health is an independent, not-for-profit healthcare system in Derby, Connecticut, dedicated to person-centered, high-quality care for over 130,000 residents. Anchored by Griffin Hospital—a 160-bed acute care community teaching hospital and Planetree International’s flagship facility—Griffin Health emphasizes kindness, respect, and active patient engagement.

Recognized nationally and internationally for clinical excellence, patient satisfaction, and social responsibility, Griffin has earned honors such as Newsweek’s “World’s Best Hospital” list for the last 5 consecutive years, LOWN Institute’s top state ranking for outcomes, and Becker’s “100 Best Community Hospitals” designation, as well as Fortune's Magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For". The organization fosters a supportive, wellness-focused work environment with programs like Griffin AgeLess, empowering caregivers to thrive physically, emotionally, and professionally. Through innovation, community outreach, health education, and food-security initiatives, Griffin Health advances whole-person healing and strengthens the communities it serves.

Griffin’s suburban atmosphere offers an easy commute, away from congested cities with easy to find free parking. Employees can also take advantage of generous benefits and wellness programs that add distinct advantage in its employee compensation.

Main Function:

Breast Surgery is a highly specialized clinical environment that requires strong assessment skills, complex patient triage, and multidisciplinary coordination.

Advanced Clinical Assessment

Breast surgery patients often present with:

Post-operative complications
Lymphedema symptoms
Drain issues
Signs of infection
Acute changes requiring rapid decision-making

RNs are licensed to perform full assessments and make independent clinical judgments, which is critical in determining urgency and escalating appropriately.

Triage & Clinical Decision-Making

RN-level triage is required for:

Post-op pain changes
New masses
Abnormal imaging follow-up
Post-surgical complications
Chemotherapy or radiation-related symptoms (for oncology-linked cases)

In-Office Procedures

Breast surgery clinics often require RN support for:

Seroma aspirations
Drain management and education
Suture/staple removal
Complex wound care
Assisting in biopsies and other in-office procedures

Coordination of High-Risk & Oncology Pathways

Breast surgery involves complex navigation:

Coordination with oncology, genetics, plastics, radiology
Reviewing and understanding pathology
Managing fast-track abnormal imaging notifications
Supporting high-risk or survivorship pathways

These tasks require the clinical knowledge and decision-making ability of an RN.

Education & Psychosocial Support

Breast patients often require intensive education and support regarding:

Cancer diagnoses
Surgical options
Drain care
Recovery expectations
Pre-/post-op instructions
Risk-reduction strategies

RNs are trained for therapeutic communication, complex teaching, and emotional support—skills.

Regulatory, Safety, & Compliance Requirements

Breast surgery care must align with:

Commission on Cancer guidelines
Nurse practice acts
Documentation and assessment standards
Oncology and surgical protocols

RNs help maintain compliance due to their broader legal responsibilities and training.

Advanced clinical assessment of breast symptoms, post-op complications, drains, wounds, and infection.

High-level triage skills to determine urgency and escalate concerns appropriately.

Expertise in breast-specific procedures, including assisting with biopsies, managing drains, performing dressing changes, and recognizing seroma/hematoma.

Strong patient education abilities for pre-op, post-op, survivorship, and high-risk patients.

Therapeutic communication to support patients facing cancer diagnoses or complex emotional needs.

Care coordination across imaging, oncology, radiation, genetics, and plastic surgery.

Understanding of pathology and imaging reports to support timely follow-up and provider workflows.

Compliance and documentation proficiency aligned with surgical, oncology, and safety standards.

Provide specialized support to patients. The nurse plays a critical role in helping patients understand new diagnoses and communicates the results of imaging studies (mammograms, ultrasound, MRI) and pathology directly to patients. This role ensures timely patient education, emotional support, and continuity of care.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Registered Nurse

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