Outpatient Cardiac Services Registered Nurse

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Day Shift Description:

Position Purpose Under the direction of the Cardiovascular Service Line Nurse Director and the CAD Program Coordinator, the Outpatient Cardiac Services Registered Nurse (RN) collaborates within a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, effective, and patient-centered care. This role supports, guides, and educates patients and their families throughout the surgical process across the continuum of care. The RN assesses patient needs, develops and implements individualized care plans, and evaluates patient responses to achieve desired outcomes. The RN also serves as an advocate, assisting patients and families in navigating the complexities of the healthcare system. What you will do In this role, you will work as part of a collaborative outpatient cardiac team, ensuring high-quality care delivery and continuity of care.

Key responsibilities include:

Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans Educate patients and families on procedures, recovery expectations, and ongoing care needs Serve as a patient advocate and care navigator throughout the surgical continuum Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary team members, patients, and families Support quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient outcomes Utilize electronic medical record systems and clinical documentation tools Demonstrate teamwork through effective problem solving, communication, and conflict resolution

Minimum Qualifications Education:

Graduate of an accredited college or university affiliated nursing program. BSN preferred.

Licensure:

Current Licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Connecticut.

Certification:

BLS (AHA/ARC).

Experience:

Minimum of 3 years of nursing experience within a cardiovascular surgical setting or related specialty. Experience working with a cardiovascular surgical team preferred.

Skills:

Basic computer proficiency required. Strong communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills.

Preferred Skills Education:

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree preferred.

Certification:

ACLS Experience:

Experience in outpatient cardiac services, care coordination, or patient navigation strongly preferred. Work Schedule Part Time

• 24hr
• Day Shift
• Weekend and Holiday Rotation Required 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, is part of 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 facility. 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.