Cardiac Surgery Registered Nurse
About The Position
The Registered Nurse (RN) – Inpatient Cardiology provides comprehensive, patient-centered nursing care to adult patients with acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions in an inpatient setting. The unit also functions as an overflow from the Intermediate Care unit and as a Level 1 Stroke Unit. The role requires strong clinical judgment, collaboration, and the ability to manage complex cardiac patients in a fast-paced environment. The position is full-time, 36 hours per week, with a 12-hour day shift and every-other-weekend and holiday coverage. Pay ranges from $37.25 to $61.75 per hour, based on RN experience, with possible variation by location. Saint Francis Hospital is a 617-bed Level 1 Trauma Center and major teaching hospital in Connecticut. It is part of Trinity Health Of New England and Trinity Health.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited college or university-affiliated nursing program.
- Current Registered Nurse licensure in Connecticut.
- Current BLS certification.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree preferred.
- Prior inpatient cardiology, telemetry, step-down, or acute care experience.
- ACLS certification, or willingness to obtain it within the designated timeframe.
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, evidence-based nursing care to inpatient cardiology patients.
- Perform comprehensive assessments and monitor cardiac rhythms, vital signs, laboratory results, and patient status.
- Administer medications and treatments according to provider orders and clinical protocols.
- Respond promptly to changes in patient condition, rapid responses, and cardiac emergencies.
- Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and the interdisciplinary care team.
- Educate patients and families about diagnoses, medications, procedures, and discharge planning.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
- Support quality, safety, and patient satisfaction initiatives.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, prescription drug, and vision coverage.
- Retirement savings program with employer match.
- Time off, which 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 initiatives.
- Career growth and advancement opportunities within Trinity Health.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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