Operating Room RN

Employment Type:

Shift:

Description:

Position Purpose:

AtNaugatuck Valley Surgical Center, part ofSaint Mary's Hospital, the Operating Room RN delivers safe, high-quality care to surgical patients.

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.

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 must have 1 or more years ofintraoperative nursingexperience, including circulating and scrub experience.

Preferred:

• Current BLS/CPR (AHA or Red Cross)
• Familiarity with AORN standards

Important Consideration ***

This position is open to experienced RN candidates seeking training through the AORN Periop 101 program. Comprehensive onboarding and education will be provided to support a successful transition into the intraoperative nursing environment.

Position Highlights:

• Part-Time: 24 hrs/week – Day Shift
• All shifts are Monday through Friday
• No weekend, holiday, or on-call requirements

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly Staff RN position; pay range: $37.25 – $61.75/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.

• Unit-based specialty pay is available for experienced nurses with one or more years of RN experience
• 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.