Registered Nurse Navigator; RN - Cardiac Lab

Registered Nurse Navigator (RN) – Cardiac Lab

Location:

81 Retreat Ave HH Core Bldg (10067)
Shift: Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM; no weekends, no holidays.

Work where every moment matters.

Hartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals as well as a Level I trauma center. It is on the cutting edge of technology and medical care and houses the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI), one of the most‑advanced medical simulation training centers in the world. It also houses the Northeast’s largest robotic surgery center and is committed to becoming the best in the country for patient safety by fostering a culture of safety at every level.

The Hartford Health Care Heart & Vascular Institute brings together cardiac care specialists—enhancing collaboration and care coordination—within a truly integrated team backed by the latest cutting‑edge technology. It is a national leader in advancing cardiac care, winning “top performer” recognition from The Joint Commission and receiving the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association Get with the Guidelines® – Stroke GOLD PLUS Award in 2016.

The HVI Interventional Cardiology Nurse Navigator coordinates the individualized patient- and family‑centered care of cardiac patients throughout the care continuum. Working closely with physicians in the Cardiac Cath lab, the Navigator develops the patient’s care plan, serves as a patient advocate, educator, and liaison between the patient and all other services after discharge. The role ensures efficient transitions of care for all referred cardiac patients, initially focusing on Hartford Hospital Medical Group Interventional Cardiology elective patients admitted to JB2 with plans to extend as needed.

The Navigator also collaborates with office staff in the Medical Office Building to identify high‑risk patients—such as those with caregiver issues, compliance problems, high anxiety, or other special needs—by working closely with the Cath Lab Manager to coordinate with referring physicians and their office staff.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing Required.
Master’s Degree/CNL preferred.

Experience: Experience as a registered nurse in Acute care strongly preferred. At least 2 years in cardiology Cath Lab or EP preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements:

• Must be self‑directed and able to function independently while maintaining an effective presence in a team setting.
• Effective leadership skills with the ability to clearly communicate with tact and confidentiality.
• Ability to adapt and be flexible to the needs of the Heart and Vascular Institute as this role evolves.
• Ability to utilize advanced critical thinking and judgment to make safe recommendations.

We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford Health Care offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge—bringing new technologies, breakthrough treatments, and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees—we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.

Every moment matters. And this is your moment
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• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Health Care Provider
• Industries:
  Hospitals and Health Care

As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, Hartford Health Care will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.