Description

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.

Hartford Hospital is a Level 1 Trauma Center which provides cutting edge treatment to patients as one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals in New England. When hospitals cannot provide the advanced care, expertise and new treatment options their patients require, they turn to us.

Since its inception in 2017, Hartford Health Care’s Bone & Joint Institute (BJI) offers an unparalleled network of coordinated services for patients with musculoskeletal disorders and orthpaedic injuries.  As the first new stand-alone Orthopaedic Hospital, our Mission is to be acknowledged as the regional leader in patient-centered, innovative musculoskeletal care, providing cutting edge care to patients in Connecticut and surrounding states. We are seeking dedicated, passionate individuals who would like the opportunity to be part of a team with a patient-centered approach, which brings decades of experience in providing the most evidence based, innovative musculoskeletal & orthopedic care.

Job Description

Under the supervision of a registered nurse, provides service and support of the patient’s care plan before, during and after surgical procedures. Ensures the presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment and supplies in the operating room for each operation; assists the surgeon during the operation as allowed by professional and legal standards; and assists with cleaning operating room after the operation ensuring proper routing of equipment, and used material. 

Assists with treatments and procedures, and carries out selected interventions within the framework of the established care plan. Incorporates the needs and behavior of the patient’s specific age group in planning and providing care.  Performs additional related activities with direction and guidance from an RN.

Qualifications

Education:

• Completion of LPN Program

Experience:

•  Completion of Licensed Practical Nurse Program

Licensure, Certification, Registration:

• Current LPN license in the state of Connecticut.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association

Language Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to read, write and speak English

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.