CV Surgical Registered Nurse

Employment Type: Full time Shift: 12 Hour Day Shift Description: 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/Day 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. Our comprehensive benefits package includes: · 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. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.

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