Perioperative Cardiac Nurse
Hartford, CTFull-time$37.25–61.75/hrPosted 1w agoStill listed 6 days ago
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The Perioperative Cardiac Nurse (RN) in the Exercise Laboratory supports cardiovascular diagnostic and procedural services at Saint Francis Hospital. The nurse prepares patients, administers moderate sedation, monitors cardiac procedures, and provides Phase 1 and Phase 2 recovery care. The role also includes patient education, family communication, clinical handoffs, and safe discharge.
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Employment Type: Full timeShift: Day Shift Description: Position Purpose At Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center, the Perioperative Cardiac Nurse (RN) in the Exercise Laboratory supports cardiovascular diagnostic and procedural services by preparing patients, administering moderate sedation, monitoring during procedures, and providing Phase 1 and Phase 2 recovery care.
What You Will Do
- Provide peri‑procedural nursing care, including patient preparation, education, assessment, and family communication.
- Administer and monitor moderate sedation and ensure patient safety throughout cardiac procedures.
- Assist with Transesophageal Echocardiograms (TEEs) and exercise‑based cardiac stress testing, including intra‑procedure monitoring and post‑procedure recovery.
- Perform Phase 1 and Phase 2 recovery care, deliver thorough clinical handoffs, and ensure safe discharge.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
- Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
- Valid RN license in Connecticut.
- Minimum 1 year of experience in Cardiovascular Step‑Down, ICU, PACU, Pre/Post Surgery, Cardiac Medical/Telemetry, or related acute cardiac setting. Note: Training is not available for candidates without this expertise.
Preferred:
- Two or more years of cardiac, perioperative, or critical care experience.
- Experience with moderate sedation or TEEs strongly encouraged.
- BLS and ACLS certifications (support available post‑hire).
- Familiarity with ASPAN standards and peri‑anesthesia nursing practice.
Position Highlights and Benefits
- Full-Time – 32 hours/week – Day Shift
- Shift Hours: 6:30 am to 3:00 pm
- On‑Call Requirement: Every 4th weekend, 6:00 am to 10:00 am (Saturday & Sunday)
Compensation and Benefits
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Hourly Staff RN position; pay range: $37.25 – $61.75/hour• Pay is based on working RN experience only. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
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Our comprehensive benefits package includes:• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Coverage, Day 1
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Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match, Day 1
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Time Off - may include Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays, Day 1
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Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
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Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
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Well-being Initiative
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Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities within Trinity Health.
Ministry/Facility Information Saint Francis Hospital, established in 1897, has been a cornerstone institution in Connecticut. As a proud member of Trinity Health Of New England and Trinity Health, it stands as one of the nation’s largest multi-institutional Catholic healthcare delivery systems. Recognized as a Level 1 Trauma Center, Saint Francis Hospital boasts 617 beds and serves as a significant teaching hospital in the region.
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.
How this job compares
Set against the 562 open Perioperative Nurse jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 11, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$37.25–61.75/hr
- US median$38–55/hr288 hourly ranges
This range's midpoint, $49.50/hr, is 6% above the US median midpoint ($47/hr) — in the middle half of Perioperative Nurse hourly ranges across the US.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 26 open Perioperative Nurse jobs in Connecticut and 562 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most across the US
- Surgery Care Affiliates74 open
- HCA Healthcare69 open
- Prime Healthcare31 open
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience; Perioperative Nurse postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year at the median (357 postings).
- Education
- 45 of the 562 open Perioperative Nurse jobs (8%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Pay, requirements and demand for Registered Nurse jobs
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