Trinity Health·Hartford, Connecticut
Deliver high-acuity medical and surgical patient care within a 32-bed complex care unit. Coordinate nursing care, perform continuous cardiac monitoring, and collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure patient stability.
Employment type: Full time
SHIFT: 12 Hour Night Shift
The Intermediate Care Unit is a 32-bed complex care unit providing care to high-acuity medical and surgical patients. The Intermediate Care Unit Registered Nurse RN is responsible for delivering patient care for an assigned group of patients and directing and coordinating all nursing care according to established standards of practice.
The Registered Nurse RN is responsible for delivering patient care for an assigned group of patients that require continuous cardiac monitoring and various interventions, supporting respiratory and hemodynamic stability
Uses the nursing process to assess needs, plan care, implement the plan, and evaluate the patient’s responses and progress toward goals
Collaborates with colleagues, physicians, healthcare team members, and the patient and family to ensure safe, effective, and efficient care delivery
• Experience: 1-3 years of nursing experience. ICU/Critical Care, Telemetry, or Intermediate/Step Down nursing experience from an ACUTE CARE HOSPITAL is preferred.
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, 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.
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.
Requires a nursing degree and current Registered Nurse licensure in Connecticut, with CPR/BLS certification. Preference is given to BSN graduates with 1-3 years of experience in ICU, Telemetry, or Step Down units.
Market context
Connecticut nursing openings typically reflect steady demand in hospitals, long-term care, and outpatient settings, especially for RNs who can step into patient care quickly. These roles are competitive because employers often look for an active Connecticut RN license, BLS certification, and preferred specialty credentials, while education requirements may favor a BSN. On this platform, job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time; before applying, confirm your license status and match your certifications to the posting.