Nursing Coordinator (RN) / Electrophysiology

Location: St. Vincent’s Medical Center (Bridgeport, CT)
Shift: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–2:30 PM; no holidays, weekends, or call.

About the role

This position coordinates nursing activities and resources within a clinical specialty or department. You will provide holistic, quality, and cost-effective nursing care for patients and families, applying the nursing process within the organization’s Framework for Professional Practice. You will manage transitions across the care continuum, delegate and supervise work, and serve as a clinical expert and professional role model.

Responsibilities

• Monitor departmental compliance with regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Provide both direct and indirect patient care appropriate to patients served, considering age and cultural differences.
• Assist management with operational activities, including development of nursing staff advancement based on contemporary, safe, evidence-based nursing practice.
• Identify and resolve issues affecting the delivery of patient care.
• Perform quality assurance studies and assist with implementation of quality assurance and/or improvement initiatives.
• Serve as a resource to staff and external contacts on issues related to patient care, patient flow, and clinical standards, policies, and procedures.
• Utilize efficient decision-making and problem-solving to ensure quality service and promote patient and employee satisfaction.
• Communicate effectively with peers and interdisciplinary teams to achieve desired outcomes for patients.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Associate’s degree in nursing; Bachelor’s degree in nursing is highly preferred.
• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Connecticut Department of Public Health (required prior to hire).
• Certification in area of specialty is a plus.
• Certified BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (required prior to hire).
• Three years of nursing experience.
• Must be able to effectively communicate in English; ability to speak another language is a plus.
• Strong ability to apply the principles and practices of nursing.
• Membership in a professional nursing organization is preferred.

Skills

• Strong demonstrated ability to develop, deliver, and evaluate patient care.
• Strong knowledge of high reliability.
• Demonstrated decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to foster a healthy work environment and facilitate positive patient outcomes.
• Cultural sensitivity in all interactions with patients, families, and co-workers.
• Strong knowledge of and skills in providing care for age-specific populations.
• Excellent ability to work as part of a collaborative team.
• Self-directed in clinical responsibilities.
• Ability to manage and organize multiple clinical priorities for self and the team.
• Strong computer skills and ability to use industry applications/programs.
• Ability to learn new technology and programs as advancements and changes are implemented.

Benefits

• Automatic enrollment into the Nurse Residency Program for all graduate RNs with less than one year of experience.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 after six months of employment.
• Up to 40% tuition discounts with partnering institutions for colleagues and dependents.
• Loan forgiveness for qualifying existing student loans.
• Employee assistance and wellness programs with a strong focus on mental health.
• Paid time off and health insurance packages.
• Free on-site parking.
• Discounts on services, products, and optional coverages (e.g., movie tickets, pet insurance, travel).
• Opportunities to join Colleague Resource Groups (CRGs) to advocate for historically underrepresented voices in leadership decision-making.

About the organization

St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Bridgeport is a twice-designated Magnet hospital and part of Hartford HealthCare, a system that includes 7 acute-care hospitals, a comprehensive Behavioral Health Network, Home Care services, Senior Services, and an extensive Medical Group network. The medical center is a 473-bed teaching hospital, a 76-bed inpatient psychiatric facility, and a Level 2 Trauma Center certified by the American College of Surgeons. With more than 3,200 employees, St. Vincent’s provides advanced surgical procedures and expanding access to care, serving communities from Stamford to Milford and beyond.