Operating Room RN
- BLS
- RN license
Open in 2 locations
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Connecticut
2 open- $37.25–$61.75/hr
Saint Francis Hospital - Hartford, CT (opens in new tab)
Full time · Posted 1w ago
- $37.25–$61.75/hr
Saint Mary's Hospital Waterbury, CT (opens in new tab)
Part time · Posted 1w ago
How this pay compares
This posting states $37.25–$61.75 an hour. Operating room nurses employed in Connecticut earn a median of $49.39 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
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About the job
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Day Shift
Description
Position Purpose
At Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center , the Main 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 of intraoperative nursing experience, 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, with a projected February cohort start date . Comprehensive onboarding and education will be provided to support a successful transition into the intraoperative nursing environment.
Position Highlights
Full-Time: 40 hrs/week – Day Shift
- Rotating weekends/holidays; on-call required
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 Francis Hospital, established in 1897, has been a cornerstone institution in Connecticut. As a proud member of Trinity Health Of New England and Trinity Health, it stands as one of the nation’s largest multi-institutional Catholic healthcare delivery systems. Recognized as a Level 1 Trauma Center, Saint Francis Hospital boasts 617 beds and serves as a significant teaching hospital in the region.
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.
From Trinity Health's job posting for Saint Francis Hospital - Hartford, CT, checked Oct 28, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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