Registered Nurse - RN – Cardiac ICU

Trinity Health; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center, part of Trinity Health, seeks a Registered Nurse for the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) to deliver care to patients in critical condition. The role emphasizes hemodynamic stability, ECMO exposure, and advanced monitoring in a 22-bed Level 1 Trauma Facility.

The position requires an Associate’s degree in Nursing and an active Connecticut RN license, with one or more years in Cardiac ICU preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program with an Associate’s degree in Nursing is required.
• Valid RN license in Connecticut.
• Ideal candidates will have one or more years of Cardiac ICU nursing experience. Experience with ECMO is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care to critical condition CICU patients and adjust care plans.
• Perform assessments, devise care plans, and manage critical drips for hemodynamic stability and sedation levels.
• Provide care for patients with advanced monitoring and invasive equipment in a 22-bed Level 1 Trauma Facility, contributing to ECMO program.

Skills

Cardiac ICU

Critical care

ECMO experience

Assessments & care planning

Education

Associate’s degree in Nursing

Tools

ECMO equipment

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:12 Hour Evening ShiftDescription:

Position Purpose:

At Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center, the Registered Nurse (RN) in the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) delivers patient care to individuals in critical condition.

What You Will Do:

• Assume responsibility for Critical Care Patients, conducting assessments, devising care plans, and adjusting critical drips to ensure hemodynamic stability and appropriate sedation levels.
• Attend to patients requiring advanced monitoring, heightened observation, utilization of invasive equipment, and administration of intricate medication regimens.
• Operate within an acclaimed 22-bed Level 1 Trauma Facility unit, contributing to a burgeoning ECMO Program.
  

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program with an Associate’s degree in Nursing is required
• Valid RN license in Connecticut
• Ideal candidates will have one or more years of Cardiac ICU nursing experience. Experience with ECMO is a plus.

Preferred:

• BLS/CPR certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross)
• ACLS certification, support available for certification post-hire.

Important Consideration

This role is not designed for new graduates or those seeking training for Cardiac Intensive Care nursing. Candidates must be able to function independently in the Cardiac ICU, and their resumes must demonstrate expertise in ICU-level patient care, as well as familiarity with open-heart procedures. Strength with ECMO is a plus.

Position Highlights:

• Full-Time: 36 hrs/week – Evening Shift. 11:0<0 am to 11:0<0 pm
• Rotating weekends and holidays

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly Staff RN position; pay range: $36.15 – $59.95/hour
  • Pay is based on working RN experience only. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalet of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

• Unit-based specialty pay is available for experienced nurses with one or more years of RN experience

• Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

  • Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Coverage, Day 1
  • Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match, Day 1
  • Time Off - may include Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays, Day 1
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
  • Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Well-being Initiative
  • Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities within Trinity Health
    

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.