Registered Nurse RN CV Surgical Cardiology

Position Purpose

At Saint Francis Hospital is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our CV Surgical Cardiology team. This role provides specialized nursing care to adult patients recovering from cardiovascular and cardiothoracic surgical procedures including coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) valve repairs and replacements vascular procedures and other complex cardiac interventions.

What You Will Do

• Assess plan implement and evaluate nursing care for post operative cardiovascular surgery patients.
• Monitor cardiac rhythms hemodynamic status and overall patient condition.
• Identify changes in patient status and intervene appropriately.
• Administer medications treatments and therapies in accordance with physician orders and nursing standards.
• Educate patients and families on recovery medications lifestyle modifications and discharge planning.
• Collaborate with cardiovascular surgeons cardiologists advanced practice providers rehabilitation specialists and interdisciplinary team members.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record.
• Support quality initiatives focused on patient safety clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited college or university affiliated nursing program.
• Licensure: Current Licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Connecticut.
• Certification: BLS (AHA/ARC) required.
• Minimum 1 year of acute care nursing experience (cardiac or critical care preferred)

Preferred Skills

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree preferred.
• Experience: cardiac step-down ICU or telemetry unit
• Certification: ACLS and Stroke Certification preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

At Trinity Health Of New England we understand that the success of our organization is directly related to our hardworking compassionate and dedicated colleagues who contribute their time and skills to help transform healthcare. Thats why weve compiled a competitive comprehensive compensation and benefits package that offers our colleagues protection and peace of mind both at home and at work.

Pay Range: $36.45- $59.95 per hour

Pay is based on experience skills and education. 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.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical Dental Prescription Drug and Vision Coverage
• Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match
• Time Off - may include Paid Time Off Vacation Sick Time and Holidays
• 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

Work Hours/Shift:

• Full Time-36 Hour/Days
• Every other Weekend/Holiday

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Francis Hospital has been an anchor institution in Connecticut since 1897. Saint Francis a member of Trinity Health Of New England and Trinity Health is one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation. Saint Francis Hospital a Level 1 Trauma Center is a 617-bed hospital and a major teaching hospital. Other Saint Francis entities include the Comprehensive Womens Health Center and the Connecticut Joint Replacement Institute.

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.