Cardiac Surgery Step Down Registered Nurse

Position Purpose

At Saint Francis Hospital, the Cardiac Surgery Step Down provides intermediate-level care to patients recovering from cardiac surgery, including CABG, valve repair/replacement, and other cardiovascular procedures. The RN will deliver high-quality, patient-centered care while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal outcomes.

Full time

12 Hour Night Shift

• Provide direct nursing care to post-operative cardiac surgery patients in a step-down setting
• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms, vital signs, and hemodynamic status
• Manage chest tubes, temporary pacing wires, surgical incisions, and IV medications
• Administer medications, including cardiac drips, per physician orders and protocols
• Educate patients and families on recovery, medications, and lifestyle modifications
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary teams
• Recognize and respond promptly to changes in patient condition
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives

• Education:
  
  Graduate of an accredited college or university affiliated nursing program.
• Licensure:
  Current Licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Connecticut.
• Certification: BLS (AHA/ARC) required.
• Minimum 1 year of acute care nursing experience (cardiac or critical care preferred)

• Education:
  
  Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree preferred.
• Experience:
  
  cardiac step-down, ICU, or telemetry unit
• Certification: ACLS and Stroke Certification preferred.

• Full-time – 36 hours –Nights
• Rotating Every other Weekend/Holiday
• This is an hourly position, included in the RN Step Program pay range: $36.15 to $59.95.

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.