Cardiac Perioperative Nurse — Day Shift, Full-Time

Trinity Health Of New England; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 51,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement savings with employer match

Time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Life and AD&D insurance

Well-being initiative

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center is seeking a Perioperative Cardiac Nurse (RN) to support cardiovascular diagnostic and procedural services. Responsibilities include preparing patients, administering moderate sedation, monitoring during procedures, and providing Phase 1 and Phase 2 recovery care.

The role is full-time with a day shift, providing hands-on care in a fast-paced cardiac unit. Board‑certified or eligible nurses with prior cardiovascular experience are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Valid RN license in Connecticut.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in Cardiovascular Step‑Down, ICU, PACU, Pre/Post Surgery, Cardiac Medical/Telemetry, or related acute cardiac setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide peri‑procedural nursing care, including patient preparation, education, assessment, and family communication.
• Administer and monitor moderate sedation and ensure patient safety throughout cardiac procedures.
• Assist with Transesophageal Echocardiograms (TEEs) and exercise‑based cardiac stress testing, including intra‑procedure monitoring and post‑procedure recovery.
• Perform Phase 1 and Phase 2 recovery care, deliver thorough clinical handoffs, and ensure safe discharge.

Skills

Cardiovascular nursing

Moderate sedation administration

TEEs assistance

Patient education

Education

Nursing degree from accredited program

RN license (Connecticut)

Job description

Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center is seeking a Perioperative Cardiac Nurse (RN) to support cardiovascular diagnostic and procedural services. Responsibilities include preparing patients, administering moderate sedation, monitoring during procedures, and providing Phase 1 and Phase 2 recovery care.

The role is full-time with a day shift, providing hands-on care in a fast-paced cardiac unit. Board‑certified or eligible nurses with prior cardiovascular experience are encouraged to apply.