Registered Nurse RN Inpatient Cardiology

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

12 Hour Night Shift

Description:

Description

Position Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) - Inpatient Cardiology provides comprehensive, patient-centered nursing care to adult patients with acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions in an inpatient setting. This unit also functions as an overflow from Intermediate Care unit as well as a Level 1 Stroke Unit. This role requires strong clinical judgment, collaboration, and the ability to manage complex cardiac patients in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide safe, evidence-based nursing care to inpatient cardiology patients

• Perform comprehensive assessments and monitor cardiac rhythms, vital signs, labs, and patient status

• Administer medications and treatments per provider orders and clinical protocols

• Respond promptly to changes in condition, rapid responses, and cardiac emergencies

• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and the interdisciplinary care team

• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, medications, procedures, and discharge planning

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record

• Support quality, safety, and patient satisfaction initiatives

Required Qualifications

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

• Licensure: Current Licensure as a Registered Nurse RN in Connecticut.

• Certification: 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/Holiday

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.