Employment Type:Full time
Shift:12 Hour Night Shift
Description: Join a Center of Excellence in Cardiac Care. Why Saint Francis Hospital? At
Saint Francis Hospital, we are proud to be a
nationally recognized Center of Excellence for Heart Failure, dedicated to delivering life-changing cardiac care. Our
newly renovated 32-bed unit specializes in treating
acute and chronic CHF, as well as a wide range of cardiac conditions, including
AFIB, CAD, STEMI, pacemaker and ICD placements-and soon LVADs.
What You'll Do As an RN in the
Congestive Heart Failure Unit, you will: Provide
hands-on, expert-level care to patients with advanced heart failure and related cardiac conditions. Work in a
collaborative, interdisciplinary team to ensure the highest level of patient safety and outcomes. Play an
active role in shared decision-making, contributing to unit improvements and patient care strategies. Enjoy
practice autonomy through
nurse-driven protocols, empowering you to make critical patient care decisions. Deliver
compassionate support and education to patients and families navigating complex cardiac conditions.
Who We're Looking For We're seeking
dedicated, team-oriented nurses who are eager to
advance their skills and
make a meaningful impact in cardiac care.
Minimum Qualifications: - Graduate of an accredited nursing program;
- Current RN licensure in Connecticut.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA/ARC) required.
Preferred Skills: - BSN degree preferred.
- Experience in acute care, medical-surgical, or congestive heart failure nursing highly valued.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.
Why You'll Love This Role Full-time, 36-hour Nights-7 PM - 7 AM, with
rotating weekends and holidays. Work in a
state-of-the-art, newly renovated unit, designed for optimal patient care. Be part of a
highly collaborative and supportive team where nurses play a key role in decision-making. Expand your expertise in
advanced heart failure treatments, including emerging LVAD care.
About Saint Francis Hospital Established in
1897,
Saint Francis Hospital is a
major teaching hospital and a
Level 1 Trauma Center, recognized for
excellence in patient care and medical innovation. As a member of
Trinity Health Of New England, we're part of one of the nation's largest
multi-institutional Catholic healthcare systems, offering unparalleled resources and career development opportunities.
Shape the Future of Heart Failure Care. If you're ready to
elevate your career,
expand your skills, and
work with an exceptional team, we'd love to have you on board.
Apply today and make a difference in the lives of heart failure patients.
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.