Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

12 Hour Day Shift

Description:

Position Purpose

At Saint Francis Hospital, the Surgical Cardiology unit provides comprehensive care to patients with a wide range of cardiovascular conditions, including dysrhythmias, atherosclerotic disease, and complex surgical interventions such as CABG, valve replacements, and TAVR procedures. The unit also supports patients recovering from thoracic, vascular, and select general surgical procedures.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate with a strong, interdisciplinary team comprised of RNs, LPNs, PA/APRNs, Cardiothoracic Surgeons, and Hospitalists, with support from ancillary staff and further consultants.

• Monitor, record, and respond to patients’ clinical status.

• Assist with preoperative and postoperative care for cardiovascular and thoracic surgical patients.

• Develop and implement individualized care plans, employing strategies to promote health and safe environments.

• Participate in quality improvement activities and integrate research findings into practice.

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, ACLS required within the first year of employment

Preferred Skills

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

• Experience: Previous acute care experience in Medical-Surgical, Telemetry, or Cardiology settings preferred.

Position Highlights:

• Full-time position (36 hours per week)/Day Shift

• 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 Women’s Health Center, the Connecticut Joint Replacement Institute, and the Smilow Cancer Hospital.

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.