CV Surgical Registered Nurse

Trinity Health • Hartford, CT

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) – Cardiovascular Surgical (CV Surgical) provides comprehensive, patient-centered nursing care to adult patients recovering from cardiovascular and thoracic surgical procedures. The unit cares for patients following coronary artery bypass graft (CABG), valve repair and replacement, aortic surgery, thoracic surgery, and other complex cardiac interventions. The role requires strong clinical judgment, exceptional assessment skills, and the ability to manage post-operative cardiovascular patients in a fast-paced acute care environment.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited college or university affiliated nursing program.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Connecticut.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) 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 cardiovascular surgical patients.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and monitor cardiac rhythms, hemodynamic status, vital signs, laboratory results, and post-operative progress.
• Administer medications, IV therapies, blood products, and treatments according to provider orders and established protocols.
• Manage and monitor chest tubes, temporary pacing wires, surgical drains, telemetry monitoring, and post-operative wounds.
• Recognize and respond promptly to changes in patient condition, cardiac emergencies, and rapid response situations.
• Collaborate with cardiovascular surgeons, cardiologists, advanced practice providers, rehabilitation therapists, and interdisciplinary team members.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree