Stamford Hospital

Staff RN Day Surgery, Fulltime Rotating Days

Stamford Hospital • $75K — $95K *
Stamford, CT 06902In-Person
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Qualifications

  • BSN preferred, emphasizing ongoing education and professional growth.
  • Current CT Nursing License required.
  • BLS/ACLS certification needed for patient care.
  • PALS certification must be obtained within one year of hire, enhancing pediatric care competency.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in a hospital or ambulatory surgical center, ensuring familiarity with fast-paced environments.
  • Phlebotomy and EKG skills are advantageous for versatility in patient care.
  • Effective communication skills with a diverse range of team members and patients.

Responsibilities

  • Assume responsibility for the care of post-anesthesia patients and their families.
  • Provide safe patient care through accurate identification and document verification.
  • Deliver comprehensive patient care using the nursing process effectively.
  • Practice the 5 Rights of patient safety when administering medications and treatments.
  • Ensure sterile practices to minimize infection risks during surgeries.
  • Demonstrate IV insertion and management competency; monitor equipment effectively.
  • Collaborate with health care teams to promote patient welfare and safety.

Benefits

  • Supports ongoing professional development and continuous education.
  • Encourages a positive work environment focused on respect and teamwork.
  • Offers opportunities for cross-training in various clinical areas.
  • Provides a structured career path with goals aligned to organizational achievements.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Stamford Health is hiring a Fulltime Staff RN for Day Surgery!

This position is Fulltime, shifts will vary between 8 and 12 hours, starting at 6 am and no later than 7pm.

Must be able to rotate between the Pre OP Area and the Tully Ambulatory Setting.

Responsibilities:

A clinically competent, registered, professional nurse who assumes responsibility and accountability for the post anesthesia patient and their families in collaboration with all other members of the health care team through the nursing process and in conjunction with the policies and procedures of Stamford Health System.
  • Respects and protects the patient's rights to confidentiality and privacy and discloses information only for professional purposes which are in the patient's best interests with full consideration of their legal rights.
  • Provides safe patient care by verifying patient identification and assuring the presence of the necessary documents, laboratory tests, consents, equipment, and radiology images.
  • Delivers patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation and evaluation.
  • Practices the 5 Rights to patient safety when administering medications, blood or blood products and treatments. (right patient, right medication, right route, right dose, right time)
  • Adhere to aseptic practices to protect patients from injury, minimize wound contamination and reduce patient risk for surgical site infection.
  • Demonstrates competency in IV insertion and discontinuation of same.
  • Maintains patent airway, including adult and pediatric patients.
  • Manages monitoring and respiratory equipment, fluid lines, tubes, drains and catheters.
  • Applies basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, microbiology and pharmacology for optimal surgical patient care.
  • Comply with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids, chemical disinfectants and other hazardous substances.
  • Uses good nursing judgment in determining appropriate nursing action and exhibits control in emergency situations.
  • Documents pertinent information, observations and all aspects of patient care clearly, concisely and in a timely manner.
  • Assists with the development and clinical precepting of students and new employees.
  • Maintains equipment and utilizes supplies in a safe, cost effective manner.
  • Complies with hospital attendance policy and department staffing policy and rotations
  • Adheres to hospital and department specific dress code policy.
  • Complies with hospital and departmental policies and procedures and adheres to external agency requirements.
  • Completes required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements.
  • Takes responsibility for own professional development.
  • Communicates and collaborates effectively with all members of the health care team and related departments to provide accurate information about the perioperative care of the patients.
  • Displays a positive attitude and works to achieve an environment of respect, accountability, teamwork, integrity, and compassion. Does not support or take part in disruptive or negative behavior.
  • Formulates and maintains effective working relationships with peer, managers and other team members.
  • Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and procedures and standards of care, which contribute to the achievement of the organization's strategic plan.
  • Cross-trains and rotates to other clinical areas in Perioperative services as needed


Qualifications

  • BSN Preferred
  • Current CT Nursing License required.
  • BLS/ ACLS certification required.
  • Obtain PALS certification within 1 year of starting.
  • Previous experience with adult and pediatric clinical assessments prefered
  • Minimum 2 years previous experience in either a hospital or ambulatory surgical center setting required.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with patients, their family members, surgical center staff, physicians and other health care workers.
  • Able to read, write and speak English
  • Phlebotomy and EKG experience

About Stamford Hospital

Stamford Hospital is a not-for-profit, community teaching hospital in Stamford, Connecticut. It is a member of the New York-Presbyterian Healthcare System and is affiliated with Weill Cornell Medicine. Stamford Hospital is a Level II Trauma Center and a Magnet Hospital for nursing excellence. The hospital offers a wide range of medical services, including emergency care, cancer care, cardiovascular care, women's health, and more.
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Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
* Ladders Estimates

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