Cardiac Surgery Step Down Registered Nurse

Employment Type: Full time Shift: 12 Hour Day Shift Description: 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. What You Will Do 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 Minimum Qualifications 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) Preferred Skills Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree preferred. Experience: cardiac step-down, ICU, or telemetry unit Certification: ACLS and Stroke Certification preferred. Position Highlights Full-time – 36 hours –Days Rotating Every other Weekend/Holiday This is an hourly position, included in the RN Step Program pay range: $36.15 to $59.95. 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 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 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. 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 You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.