General Surgery RN
CT_THOfNE01 Trinity Health Of New England Corporation, Inc.
Saint Mary's Hospital Waterbury, Connecticut
You'll care for adult and geriatric surgical patients on a fast-paced Med/Surg unit through their whole inpatient stay.
Posted Sep 30
- Shift and hours
- 12-hour night shifts · Alternating weeks of two and three 12-hour shifts 12 Hour Night Shift The schedule would include two 12-hour shifts one week, and three 12-hour shifts the second week of each pay period.30 hours a week
- Unit and setting
- Inpatient General Surgery unit · Hospital caring for adult and geriatric surgical patients throughout their inpatient stayadult and geriatric surgical patients
- License
- RN licenseValid RN license in Connecticut
- Term
- Permanent Full-Time: 30 hrs/week - Night ShiftFull time, 30 hours a week
Do you qualify?
- License
- Valid RN license in Connecticut Check your license
- Education
- Associate's degree in nursing from an accredited program Graduation from an accredited nursing program with an Associate’s degree in Nursing is required
Preferred
- Certification
- BLS/CPR (American Heart Association or American Red Cross) BLS/CPR certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross), certification support offered post-hire.
- Experience
- 1 or more years of General Surgery, Med/Surg or Acute Inpatient nursing experience Ideal candidates will have one or more years of General Surgery, Med/Surg, or Acute Inpatient nursing experience.
What it pays
- Against similar roles
- In range for Connecticut staff rolesConnecticut staff postings that state pay run $26/hr to $55/hr, the middle half $36/hr to $50/hr, across 355 postings.
- Tuition assistance
- Offered
- Eligibility
- Benefits start Day 1
- Pay reviews
- Pay is based on working RN experience only Pay is based on working RN experience only.
Benefits
- BenefitsMedical, dental, prescription and vision coverage from Day 1Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Coverage, Day 1
- BenefitsRetirement savings with employer match from Day 1Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match, Day 1
- BenefitsPaid time off, vacation, sick time and holidays from Day 1Time Off - may include Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays, Day 1
- BenefitsTuition reimbursement and professional developmentTuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
- BenefitsBasic and supplemental life and AD&D insuranceBasic and Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
- BenefitsWell-being initiativeWell-being Initiative
More benefits (6)
- BenefitsCareer growth and advancement within Trinity HealthCareer Growth and Advancement Opportunities within Trinity Health
- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Coverage, Day 1
- Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match, Day 1
- Time Off (Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays), Day 1
- Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
- Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities within Trinity Health
The role and schedule
- Day to day
- post-op pain control, wound care and complication monitoring Provide comprehensive nursing care to post-operative general surgery patients, including assessment, pain management, wound care, and monitoring for complications.
- Day to day
- discharge planning with surgeons, hospitalists and case management Collaborate with surgeons, hospitalists, case management, and interdisciplinary teams to support patient progression, recovery, and discharge planning.
- Day to day
- patient and family teaching on medications and activity limits Educate patients and families on post-surgical care, medications, activity restrictions, and recovery expectations to promote safe transitions.
- Weekends
- Rotating weekends Rotating weekends and holidays
- Holidays
- Rotating holidays
The workplace
Your fit
Questions to ask
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for holiday and call?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
On your path
Med surg is open from year one. A broad first base while you learn which path pulls harder.
Original listing
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Employment Type
Full time Shift
12 Hour Night Shift
Position Purpose
At Saint Mary’s Hospital , the Registered Nurse (RN) in the Inpatient General Surgery unit delivers high‑quality, patient‑centered care in a fast-paced Med/Surg environment, caring for adult and geriatric surgical patients throughout their inpatient stay. This role focuses on post-operative recovery, ongoing assessment, and coordination of care, ensuring safe outcomes and a smooth transition from hospitalization to home or the next level of care.
What You Will Do
Provide comprehensive nursing care to post-operative general surgery patients, including assessment, pain management, wound care, and monitoring for complications. Collaborate with surgeons, hospitalists, case management, and interdisciplinary teams to support patient progression, recovery, and discharge planning. Educate patients and families on post-surgical care, medications, activity restrictions, and recovery expectations to promote safe transitions. Minimum Qualifications
Required
Graduation from an accredited nursing program with an Associate’s degree in Nursing is required Valid RN license in Connecticut Ideal candidates will have one or more years of General Surgery, Med/Surg, or Acute Inpatient nursing experience.
Preferred
BLS/CPR certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross), certification support offered post-hire.
Position Highlights
Full-Time: 30 hrs/week – Night Shift The schedule would include two 12-hour shifts one week, and three 12-hour shifts the second week of each pay period. Rotating weekends and holidays
Compensation and Benefits
Hourly Staff RN position; pay range: $36.15 – $59.95/hour Pay is based on working RN experience only. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes: Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Coverage, Day 1 Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match, Day 1 Time Off - may include Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays, Day 1 Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance Well-being Initiative Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities within Trinity Health
Ministry/Facility Information
Saint Mary’s Hospital, operating since 1909, is a Catholic, not-for-profit, community teaching hospital dedicated to serving patients in Waterbury, CT, and the surrounding communities. What sets us apart is evident from the moment you walk through our doors: the genuine warmth and attentiveness of our physicians and nurses, the pristine condition of our facilities, and the way we strive to make patients and their families feel cared for, akin to being a cherished member of our own family. 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.
What's around it?
Saint Mary's Hospital Waterbury, CT
Living costs about 4% above the US average