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Registered Nurse (RN) Job, Full Time Days, 40- hours, Operating Room

Day Kimball Healthcare·Putnam, Connecticut

Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

The RN is responsible for diagnosing patient responses to health problems and providing emergent, supportive, and restorative care in the operating room. Key duties include performing scrub and circulating roles while utilizing specialized perioperative equipment and aseptic techniques.

  • Day Kimball Healthcare is hiring for a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Operating Room Full Time, 40- hours, Day Shift job in Putnam, CT. As the Operating Room Registered Nurse (RN), you will be responsible for diagnosing responses to actual or potential health problems and for providing basic emergent, supportive, and restorative care through use of the nursing process. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in assigned responsibility. Registered Nurse Benefits:
  • Earned Time Off - including personal time & holidays
  • Sick Time
  • Educational / Loan Reimbursement – up to $5,000 per fiscal year for full-time (36-40 hours) employees up to $2,500 per fiscal year for part-time (20-35 hours)
  • Pay-for-Performance Opportunities
  • Shift Differentials – Additional pay for evening, night, or weekend shifts (where applicable)
  • Career Pathways – internal growth, leadership development, and mentorship
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Pharmacy Plan
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan – With eligible employer contribution
  • Life Insurance – Basic and supplemental coverage options
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Perks – Recognition programs, Employee Wellness Initiatives, Food Truck Fridays, and Employee Appreciation Events, Weekly Pay

Registered Nurse (RN) Job Responsibilities

  • Clinically competent
  • RN who demonstrates expertise in one or more of the following areas: (SDA, ODS, IV Therapy or Endoscopy).
  • Clinically competent RN who demonstrates expertise in the perioperative field.
  • Performs circulating and/or scrub duties.
  • Demonstrates understanding and practice of aseptic technique.
  • Must have a mechanical ability to deal with a large number of machines and special equipment in the department, such as: Electrocautery units, autoclaves, tourniquets, positioning equipment, instrumentation of each service, video equipment, perioperative suite in total, ligasure.
  • Meets the physical demands of the position.
  • Demonstrates ability to cope with and function under stress.
  • Meets skill certification requirements for designated units.

Registered Nurse (RN) Education and Experience Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.
  • Licensed and currently registered as a Professional Nurse in the state of CT.
  • BSN preferred.
  • Current AHA Healthcare Provider CPR certification or equivalent within 3 months of hire required.

Why Choose Day Kimball Health?

The Care You Need.

Close to Home.

For over 130 years, Day Kimball Health has been a trusted, nonprofit healthcare provider serving Northeastern Connecticut.

What began as a small infirmary has grown into the region’s leading integrated healthcare system - recognized for delivering compassionate, high-quality care close to home.

Today, our team of over 1,100 dedicated employees - including more than 300 skilled physicians, surgeons, and specialists - proudly deliver a full continuum of care, from primary and specialty services to homecare and hospice, meeting the evolving needs of our patients at every stage of life.

What sets us apart is our commitment not only to the communities we serve, but also to the people who power our mission.

At Day Kimball Health, we cultivate a supportive, inclusive workplace culture where healthcare professionals are empowered to grow, thrive, and make a meaningful difference every day.

Every voice is valued.

Every contribution matters.

Whether you're starting your journey in healthcare or seeking your next opportunity, a career at Day Kimball Health offers more than a job - it’s a chance to build lasting relationships, give back to your community, and create impact beyond your shift.

Come grow with a team that calls this community home.

Join us in our mission to elevate community-driven healthcare and be part of an organization that values both personal and professional development.

Make a real impact on your career, your team, and your community.

Apply today.

Day Kimball Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal laws.

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Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Shift Differentials
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Vision Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Sick Time
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Pet Insurance
  • Weekly Pay
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Employee Perks
  • Earned Time Off
  • Pharmacy Plan
  • Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
  • Career Pathways
  • Pay-for-Performance Opportunities
  • Educational / Loan Reimbursement

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Putnam, Connecticut
Posted
Jun 25, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

Day Kimball Healthcare

Day Kimball Health is a premier provider of integrated healthcare services serving Northeast Connecticut and nearby Massachusetts and Rhode Island. The Day Kimball system is comprised of Day Kimball Hospital, Day Kimball Medical Group, Day Kimball Healthcare at Home, and...

Salary listed on 1 job
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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