Registered Nurse - Cardiac Surgery Practice

baystatehealth; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition assistance and CEUs

Clinical advancement and leadership

Job summary

Baystate Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join the Cardiac Surgery Practice in Springfield, MA. This full-time role involves caring for patients undergoing cardiac surgical evaluation, treatment, and follow-up in a busy outpatient setting.

The RN will assess and plan patient care, perform triage, coordinate with physicians and care teams, and educate patients to optimize outcomes across the surgical journey.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts RN license required.
• Current AHA BLS/CPR certification required.
• 2+ years nursing experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills essential.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced ambulatory environment.

Responsibilities

• Assess, develop, and implement care plans for cardio surgery outpatients.
• Perform triage with strong clinical assessment and critical thinking.
• Coordinate care with physicians, APPs, and care teams.
• Establish patient-centered care plans and adjust priorities.
• Educate and support patients on health, wellness, and disease management.
• Conduct point-of-care testing and quality assurance as needed.
• Build trusting relationships with patients and families.

Skills

RN license

BLS/CPR

multitasking

communication

care coordination

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) in Springfield, MA | Baystate Health Careers

Department: Cardiac Surgery Practice

Location: Medical Office Building, Springfield, Massachusetts

Job Type: Full-Time

Shift: Days

Make an Impact with Baystate Health

Baystate Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Cardiac Surgery Practice at the Medical Office Building in Springfield, Massachusetts. Our Cardiac Surgery team provides specialized outpatient care for patients undergoing cardiac surgical evaluation, treatment, and follow-up, working closely with cardiac surgeons, advanced practice providers, and multidisciplinary care teams to deliver exceptional patient-centered care.

The Registered Nurse (RN) role offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients throughout their surgical journey while supporting complex clinical care, coordinating services, and helping patients achieve the best possible outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled nurse who enjoys working collaboratively in a fast-paced specialty practice focused on advanced cardiac care.

The Registered Nurse (RN) Will:

• Independently assess, develop, and implement care plans for patients with complex medical and psychosocial needs.
• Perform high-quality patient triage using strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Coordinate care with physicians, advanced practice providers, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Establish patient-centered care plans and adjust priorities based on changing patient needs.
• Promote health, wellness, and preventative care for cardiac surgery patients.
• Support acute and chronic disease management through education, monitoring, and follow-up.
• Conduct point-of-care testing and quality assurance activities as needed.
• Build trusting relationships with patients and families while recognizing cultural, social, and individual factors that impact care access and outcomes.

Schedule Details

• Job Type: Full-Time
• Shift: Days
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• Weekend Requirement: None
• On-Call Requirement: None
• Other Scheduling Requirements: No holidays

Benefits That Support You

• Competitive Pay & Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including local Health New England plans.
• Tuition & Training: Tuition assistance, CEUs, and professional development opportunities.
• Career Growth: Clinical advancement, leadership development, and internal career opportunities.
• Regional Opportunities: Career options across Baystate Health hospitals, practices, and services throughout western Massachusetts.
• Sign-On Bonuses: Sign-On bonuses are paid to external hires only and are not applicable to internal or company transfers unless otherwise specified. Former employees are eligible after one year post-separation from Baystate Health.
• Retirement: Retirement savings and employer match.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO for eligible employees.
• Additional Benefits: No evenings, weekends, or holidays.

About Baystate Health

Baystate Health is an integrated healthcare system serving patients and communities throughout western Massachusetts. Our network includes Baystate Medical Center, Baystate Children's Hospital, Baystate Noble Hospital, Baystate Franklin Medical Center, Baystate Wing Hospital, Baystate Medical Practices, and Baystate Home Health & Hospice.

Whether you provide direct patient care, clinical services, or operational support, your work at Baystate Health helps improve the health of the communities we serve.

Required Skills

• Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Current AHA BLS/CPR certification.
• Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proven ability to partner effectively with physicians, providers, staff, patients, and families.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Cardiology, cardiovascular, or cardiac surgery clinical experience.
• Experience in ambulatory or specialty practice nursing.
• Strong patient education and care coordination skills.

Start Your Career at Baystate Health

You Belong at Baystate.

Education:

• Diploma in Nursing (Required)

Certifications:

• Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Registered Nurse - State of Massachusetts

Compensation

Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum o