Cardiac Surgery Registered Nurse

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Trinity Health Of New England's Saint Francis Hospital in Connecticut seeks a Registered Nurse (RN) – Cardiovascular Surgical (CV Surgical) for a full-time, 12-hour night shift. You will provide comprehensive, patient-centered nursing care to adults recovering from cardiovascular and thoracic surgery in a fast-paced acute care unit.

The role requires strong clinical judgment, excellent assessment skills, and ability to monitor post-operative patients, administer meds, manage drains and

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Connecticut.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, evidence-based nursing care to cardiovascular surgical patients.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and monitor cardiac rhythms, hemodynamic status, vital signs, lab results, and post-operative progress.
• Administer medications, IV therapies, blood products, and treatments per orders and protocols.
• Manage chest tubes, pacing wires, drains, telemetry, and post-operative wounds.
• Recognize and respond to changes in condition, emergencies, and rapid responses.
• Collaborate with surgeons, cardiologists, APPs, rehab therapists, and the care team.

Skills

Cardiovascular care

Telemetry monitoring

Critical thinking

Emergency response

Communication

Education

Nursing degree

CT RN license

ACLS certification

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:12 Hour Night ShiftDescription:

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 CV Surgical Unit cares for patients following coronary artery bypass graft (CABG), valve repair and replacement, aortic surgery, thoracic surgery, and other complex cardiac interventions. This role requires strong clinical judgment, exceptional assessment skills, and the ability to manage post-operative cardiovascular patients in a fast-paced acute care environment.

Key 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.

Required Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited college or university affiliated nursing program.

Licensure: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Connecticut.

Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing BSN degree preferred.
• Experience: Prior inpatient cardiology, telemetry, step-down, or acute care experience
• Certification: ACLS certification (or willingness to obtain within designated timeframe)

Work Schedule

• Full-Time, 36 Hours/Night Shift
• Every Other Weekend and Holiday

At Trinity Health Of New England, we understand that the success of our organization is directly connected to our hardworking, compassionate, and dedicated colleagues who contribute their time, talents, and skills to help transform healthcare. That’s why we offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to provide our colleagues with support and peace of mind, both at work and at home.

Pay Range: $37.25- $61.75 per hour

Pay is based on RN experience. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

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

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, 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.