Community Outreach Registered Nurse RN

Trinity Health • Hartford, CT

21h

About The Position

Position Purpose At Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center, the Community Outreach Registered Nurse (RN) supports preventive chronic conditions such as cardiovascular health throughout the communities we serve. This role provides screenings, education, early‑risk identification, and referral support. The RN serves as a frontline resource—promoting wellness, reducing barriers to care, and strengthening connections to primary and preventive services. The position supports the Together for Wellness Clinic as part of a grant‑funded community health initiative.

Ministry/Facility Information Saint Francis Hospital, established in 1897, has been a cornerstone institution in Connecticut. As a proud member of Trinity Health Of New England and Trinity Health, it stands as one of the nation’s largest multi-institutional Catholic healthcare delivery systems. Recognized as a Level 1 Trauma Center, Saint Francis Hospital boasts 617 beds and serves as a significant teaching hospital in the region.

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. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Connecticut.
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical nursing experience.
• The ideal candidate demonstrates strong cardiovascular assessment skills, working knowledge of other chronic conditions, excellent communication abilities, and the ability to provide clear, culturally sensitive education across diverse community environments.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in community or public health nursing or chronic disease programs.
• Knowledge of hypertension management and preventive health strategies.
• BLS certification (with certification support available post‑hire).
• Experience working with underserved or high‑risk populations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct blood pressure screenings at the Together for Wellness Clinic and select community outreach sites.
• Provide hypertension education, including lifestyle guidance, medication adherence, and risk‑reduction strategies.
• Promote preventive care and encourage follow‑up with primary care providers.
• Participate in community outreach events to increase awareness of hypertension and available resources.
• Conduct limited at‑home or virtual visits for Hartford‑area residents.
• Coordinate referrals to primary or specialty care as needed.
• Document screenings, education provided, and referrals.
• Collaborate with community partners and care teams to improve access to hypertension services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees