Employment Type:Full time
Shift:Day Shift
Description: Position Purpose At
Saint Francis Hospital, the
Surgical Cardiology Unit provides care for patients with a spectrum of cardiovascular disorders including dysrhythmias, atherosclerotic disease, and surgical interventions such as CABG, valve replacement, and TAVR. We also care for patients following thoracic, vascular, and general surgical procedures, allowing our nurses to gain valuable knowledge and a broad skill set. Unit leadership is supportive, guiding nurses to develop confidence in clinical skills and critical thinking abilities.
What You Will Do In this critical role, you will lead a strong, interdisciplinary team comprised of RNs, LPNs, PA/APRNs, Cardiothoracic Surgeons, and Hospitalists, with support from ancillary staff and further consultants. Responsibilities include:
- Overseeing daily operations and clinical care delivery
- Mentoring and developing nursing staff
- Collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary teams
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards
- Driving initiatives to improve patient outcomes and staff engagement
Minimum Qualifications- Education: Graduate of an accredited college or university affiliated nursing program. BSN required; MSN preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of five years of progressive nursing experience in an acute care environment, with demonstrated leadership responsibilities.
- Licensure: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Connecticut.
- Certification: BLS (AHA/ARC) required.
Preferred Skills- Education: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree preferred.
- Experience: Acute care, Medical-Surgical, or Cardiology experience preferred.
Work Schedule- Full-time, 40 hours per week
- Day shift
Ministry/Facility Information Saint Francis Hospital has been an anchor institution in Connecticut since 1897. 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 is a 617-bed, Level 1 Trauma Center 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.