Jobs in Cheshire

***Must have Cardiology Experience***

Under the supervision of the supervising cardiologist and in collaboration with the nuclear medicine technologist, this role evaluates patients referred for cardiac stress testing in accordance with established guidelines.  Responsibilities include reviewing patient’s medical histories and performing focused cardiovascular assessments prior to testing.  The position administers exercise and pharmacologic stress tests with nuclear medicine, and exercise treadmill stress tests. It also involves placement of IV’s, assisting in the administering Definity contrast enhancing agents and performing agitated saline bubble studies when indicated per protocol for patients undergoing echocardiograms.  Additionally, the role provides initial patient management in the event of arrhythmia or other adverse events that may occur during stress testing.

Patient Assessment and Preparation:

• Reviews the patient’s medical record, including history, medications, and relevant labs.
• Performs focused cardiovascular assessments prior to noninvasive testing.
• Identifies potential risks or contraindications and communicates findings to the supervising cardiologist
• Provides patient and family education regarding the procedure.
• Ensures required consent and documentation are completed.

Imaging and Stress Testing Support:

• Provides nursing care before, during and after noninvasive cardiology procedure.
• Supports exercise and pharmacologic stress testing.
• Assists technologists with patient preparation and workflow coordination.
• Ensures emergency equipment is working, available and is in the testing area.
• Manage medications and medical supplies.

Stress Testing Responsibilities:

• Evaluates patients per stress testing guidelines.
• Explains protocols and obtains patient consent.
• Performs and interprets 12 lead EKGs.
• Identifies ischemia, infarction and other abnormalities.
• Recognizes arrhythmias and initiates interventions per ACLS.
• Monitors patients during recovery and documents findings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Medication, IV, and Contrast Responsibilities:

• Initiates and manages IV access.
• Administers medications according to noninvasive cardiology protocols.
• Administers Definity/contrast agents or agitated saline per protocol.
• Evaluates patient responses and reports abnormalities.

Communication and Collaboration

• Communicates effectively with providers, technologists, and other departments.
• Coordinates patient flow to support and efficient outpatient schedule.

Documentation

• Maintains accurate and timely documentation of assessments, procedures and medications in EPIC electronic health system.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited college or university affiliated nursing program.  BSN graduates preferred.

• Licensure: - current licensure as a Registered nurse in state of Connecticut
• Minimum two years of clinical experience preferred in cardiology, emergency, critical care or outpatient diagnostic imaging.  Strong understanding of cardiac anatomy and rhythm recognition.
• Certification: BLS & ACLS required

Work Schedule:

Day Shift / Monday - Friday 7 am – 3:30 pm

Additional Info:

• Face-paced environment.
• Work with a highly motivated interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrate the ability to consistently provide safe, patient centered care.
• Handle/support various organizational responsibilities.
• No supervisory responsibilities.

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.

At Saint Mary’s Hospital, our Registered Nurses in the Med/Surg Ortho & Neuro unit deliver high-quality, compassionate care to a diverse patient population, including individuals recovering from surgery and those managing orthopedic injuries or neurological conditions.

What Makes This Role Unique

This unit utilizes an innovative Together Team Model, which includes a Virtual Nurse as part of the care team. The Virtual RN brings a minimum of seven years of experience and provides essential support to bedside staff, assisting with:

• Admissions and discharges

• Patient education

• Purposeful rounding

• Enhancing team communication

This collaborative approach ensures seamless, high-quality care for every patient while supporting staff efficiency and satisfaction.

What You Will Do

• Provide compassionate, evidence-based nursing care to adult patients with a variety of medical and surgical needs.

• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans.

• Monitor patient progress, administer medications, and perform treatments in accordance with hospital protocols.

• Educate patients and families on post-operative care, rehabilitation, and recovery processes.

• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Required:

• Graduation from an accredited nursing school

• Valid RN License in Connecticut

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing

• One or more years of experience in medical-surgical or ortho/neuro care within an acute inpatient setting

• BLS/CPR certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross)

Position Highlights:

• Schedule: Part Time 24 hours/week – Night Shift

• Rotation: Every 3rd weekend and every other holiday

Ministry/Facility Information:

Saint Mary’s Hospital, operating since 1909, is a Catholic, not-for-profit, community teaching hospital dedicated to serving patients in Waterbury, CT, and the surrounding communities. What sets us apart is evident from the moment you walk through our doors: the genuine warmth and attentiveness of our physicians and nurses, the pristine condition of our facilities, and the way we strive to make patients and their families feel cared for, akin to being a cherished member of our own family.

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.

***Must have Cardiology Experience***

Under the supervision of the supervising cardiologist and in collaboration with the nuclear medicine technologist, this role evaluates patients referred for cardiac stress testing in accordance with established guidelines.  Responsibilities include reviewing patient’s medical histories and performing focused cardiovascular assessments prior to testing.  The position administers exercise and pharmacologic stress tests with nuclear medicine, and exercise treadmill stress tests. It also involves placement of IV’s, assisting in the administering Definity contrast enhancing agents and performing agitated saline bubble studies when indicated per protocol for patients undergoing echocardiograms.  Additionally, the role provides initial patient management in the event of arrhythmia or other adverse events that may occur during stress testing.

Patient Assessment and Preparation:

• Reviews the patient’s medical record, including history, medications, and relevant labs.
• Performs focused cardiovascular assessments prior to noninvasive testing.
• Identifies potential risks or contraindications and communicates findings to the supervising cardiologist
• Provides patient and family education regarding the procedure.
• Ensures required consent and documentation are completed.

Imaging and Stress Testing Support:

• Provides nursing care before, during and after noninvasive cardiology procedure.
• Supports exercise and pharmacologic stress testing.
• Assists technologists with patient preparation and workflow coordination.
• Ensures emergency equipment is working, available and is in the testing area.
• Manage medications and medical supplies.

Stress Testing Responsibilities:

• Evaluates patients per stress testing guidelines.
• Explains protocols and obtains patient consent.
• Performs and interprets 12 lead EKGs.
• Identifies ischemia, infarction and other abnormalities.
• Recognizes arrhythmias and initiates interventions per ACLS.
• Monitors patients during recovery and documents findings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Medication, IV, and Contrast Responsibilities:

• Initiates and manages IV access.
• Administers medications according to noninvasive cardiology protocols.
• Administers Definity/contrast agents or agitated saline per protocol.
• Evaluates patient responses and reports abnormalities.

Communication and Collaboration

• Communicates effectively with providers, technologists, and other departments.
• Coordinates patient flow to support and efficient outpatient schedule.

Documentation

• Maintains accurate and timely documentation of assessments, procedures and medications in EPIC electronic health system.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited college or university affiliated nursing program.  BSN graduates preferred.

• Licensure: - current licensure as a Registered nurse in state of Connecticut
• Minimum two years of clinical experience preferred in cardiology, emergency, critical care or outpatient diagnostic imaging.  Strong understanding of cardiac anatomy and rhythm recognition.
• Certification: BLS & ACLS required

Work Schedule:

Day Shift / Monday - Friday 7 am – 3:30 pm

Additional Info:

• Face-paced environment.
• Work with a highly motivated interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrate the ability to consistently provide safe, patient centered care.
• Handle/support various organizational responsibilities.
• No supervisory responsibilities.

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.

At Trinity Health of New England Medical Group, as an RN you’ll deliver direct patient care, including triaging patient calls, administering medications and injections, assisting with stress tests and cardiac procedures, and providing education on lifestyle changes, medication management, and disease prevention.

What you will do:

• Collaborate closely with our cardiologists and the care team to coordinate testing, follow-up care, and treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs.

• Contributes to overall quality of nursing care through performance improvement techniques that impact patient care positively.

• Educate patients and family members so that they have a transparent understanding of the care being provided. 

• Understanding of computer-based applications (E-MAR, clinical documentation), email, and standard applications such as Microsoft Office.   

• Demonstrates problem solving, conflict resolution, and positive communication through teamwork.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited college or university affiliated nursing program.  BSN graduate preferred

• Licensure: Current Licensure as a Registered Nurse RN in Connecticut

• Certification: BLS (AHA/ARC)

• RN Experience required; experience with Cardiac Stress Tests preferred

Work schedule: per Diem, rotating shifts

Saint Mary’s Hospital is a Catholic, not-for-profit, acute care, community teaching hospital that has served Greater Waterbury since 1909.  Licensed for 347 beds, Saint Mary’s is designated as a Level II Trauma Center, offers award-winning cardiac and stroke care. We house the region’s only pediatric emergency care unit and was the first to introduce the daVinci® Robotic Surgery System

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.

At Trinity Health of New England Medical Group, as an RN you’ll deliver direct patient care, including triaging patient calls, administering medications and injections, assisting with stress tests and cardiac procedures, and providing education on lifestyle changes, medication management, and disease prevention.

What you will do:

• Collaborate closely with our cardiologists and the care team to coordinate testing, follow-up care, and treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs.

• Contributes to overall quality of nursing care through performance improvement techniques that impact patient care positively.

• Educate patients and family members so that they have a transparent understanding of the care being provided. 

• Understanding of computer-based applications (E-MAR, clinical documentation), email, and standard applications such as Microsoft Office.   

• Demonstrates problem solving, conflict resolution, and positive communication through teamwork.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited college or university affiliated nursing program.  BSN graduate preferred

• Licensure: Current Licensure as a Registered Nurse RN in Connecticut

• Certification: BLS (AHA/ARC)

• RN Experience required; experience with Cardiac Stress Tests preferred

Work schedule: per Diem, rotating shifts

Saint Mary’s Hospital is a Catholic, not-for-profit, acute care, community teaching hospital that has served Greater Waterbury since 1909.  Licensed for 347 beds, Saint Mary’s is designated as a Level II Trauma Center, offers award-winning cardiac and stroke care. We house the region’s only pediatric emergency care unit and was the first to introduce the daVinci® Robotic Surgery System

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.

***Must have Cardiology Experience***

Under the supervision of the supervising cardiologist and in collaboration with the nuclear medicine technologist, this role evaluates patients referred for cardiac stress testing in accordance with established guidelines.  Responsibilities include reviewing patient’s medical histories and performing focused cardiovascular assessments prior to testing.  The position administers exercise and pharmacologic stress tests with nuclear medicine, and exercise treadmill stress tests. It also involves placement of IV’s, assisting in the administering Definity contrast enhancing agents and performing agitated saline bubble studies when indicated per protocol for patients undergoing echocardiograms.  Additionally, the role provides initial patient management in the event of arrhythmia or other adverse events that may occur during stress testing.

Patient Assessment and Preparation:

• Reviews the patient’s medical record, including history, medications, and relevant labs.
• Performs focused cardiovascular assessments prior to noninvasive testing.
• Identifies potential risks or contraindications and communicates findings to the supervising cardiologist
• Provides patient and family education regarding the procedure.
• Ensures required consent and documentation are completed.

Imaging and Stress Testing Support:

• Provides nursing care before, during and after noninvasive cardiology procedure.
• Supports exercise and pharmacologic stress testing.
• Assists technologists with patient preparation and workflow coordination.
• Ensures emergency equipment is working, available and is in the testing area.
• Manage medications and medical supplies.

Stress Testing Responsibilities:

• Evaluates patients per stress testing guidelines.
• Explains protocols and obtains patient consent.
• Performs and interprets 12 lead EKGs.
• Identifies ischemia, infarction and other abnormalities.
• Recognizes arrhythmias and initiates interventions per ACLS.
• Monitors patients during recovery and documents findings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Medication, IV, and Contrast Responsibilities:

• Initiates and manages IV access.
• Administers medications according to noninvasive cardiology protocols.
• Administers Definity/contrast agents or agitated saline per protocol.
• Evaluates patient responses and reports abnormalities.

Communication and Collaboration

• Communicates effectively with providers, technologists, and other departments.
• Coordinates patient flow to support and efficient outpatient schedule.

Documentation

• Maintains accurate and timely documentation of assessments, procedures and medications in EPIC electronic health system.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited college or university affiliated nursing program.  BSN graduates preferred.

• Licensure: - current licensure as a Registered nurse in state of Connecticut
• Minimum two years of clinical experience preferred in cardiology, emergency, critical care or outpatient diagnostic imaging.  Strong understanding of cardiac anatomy and rhythm recognition.
• Certification: BLS & ACLS required

Work Schedule:

Day Shift / Monday - Friday 7 am – 3:30 pm

Additional Info:

• Face-paced environment.
• Work with a highly motivated interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrate the ability to consistently provide safe, patient centered care.
• Handle/support various organizational responsibilities.
• No supervisory responsibilities.

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.

***Must have Cardiology Experience***

Under the supervision of the supervising cardiologist and in collaboration with the nuclear medicine technologist, this role evaluates patients referred for cardiac stress testing in accordance with established guidelines.  Responsibilities include reviewing patient’s medical histories and performing focused cardiovascular assessments prior to testing.  The position administers exercise and pharmacologic stress tests with nuclear medicine, and exercise treadmill stress tests. It also involves placement of IV’s, assisting in the administering Definity contrast enhancing agents and performing agitated saline bubble studies when indicated per protocol for patients undergoing echocardiograms.  Additionally, the role provides initial patient management in the event of arrhythmia or other adverse events that may occur during stress testing.

Patient Assessment and Preparation:

• Reviews the patient’s medical record, including history, medications, and relevant labs.
• Performs focused cardiovascular assessments prior to noninvasive testing.
• Identifies potential risks or contraindications and communicates findings to the supervising cardiologist
• Provides patient and family education regarding the procedure.
• Ensures required consent and documentation are completed.

Imaging and Stress Testing Support:

• Provides nursing care before, during and after noninvasive cardiology procedure.
• Supports exercise and pharmacologic stress testing.
• Assists technologists with patient preparation and workflow coordination.
• Ensures emergency equipment is working, available and is in the testing area.
• Manage medications and medical supplies.

Stress Testing Responsibilities:

• Evaluates patients per stress testing guidelines.
• Explains protocols and obtains patient consent.
• Performs and interprets 12 lead EKGs.
• Identifies ischemia, infarction and other abnormalities.
• Recognizes arrhythmias and initiates interventions per ACLS.
• Monitors patients during recovery and documents findings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Medication, IV, and Contrast Responsibilities:

• Initiates and manages IV access.
• Administers medications according to noninvasive cardiology protocols.
• Administers Definity/contrast agents or agitated saline per protocol.
• Evaluates patient responses and reports abnormalities.

Communication and Collaboration

• Communicates effectively with providers, technologists, and other departments.
• Coordinates patient flow to support and efficient outpatient schedule.

Documentation

• Maintains accurate and timely documentation of assessments, procedures and medications in EPIC electronic health system.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited college or university affiliated nursing program.  BSN graduates preferred.

• Licensure: - current licensure as a Registered nurse in state of Connecticut
• Minimum two years of clinical experience preferred in cardiology, emergency, critical care or outpatient diagnostic imaging.  Strong understanding of cardiac anatomy and rhythm recognition.
• Certification: BLS & ACLS required

Work Schedule:

Day Shift / Monday - Friday 7 am – 3:30 pm

Additional Info:

• Face-paced environment.
• Work with a highly motivated interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrate the ability to consistently provide safe, patient centered care.
• Handle/support various organizational responsibilities.
• No supervisory responsibilities.

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.

At Trinity Health of New England Medical Group, as an RN you’ll deliver direct patient care, including triaging patient calls, administering medications and injections, assisting with stress tests and cardiac procedures, and providing education on lifestyle changes, medication management, and disease prevention.

What you will do:

• Collaborate closely with our cardiologists and the care team to coordinate testing, follow-up care, and treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs.

• Contributes to overall quality of nursing care through performance improvement techniques that impact patient care positively.

• Educate patients and family members so that they have a transparent understanding of the care being provided. 

• Understanding of computer-based applications (E-MAR, clinical documentation), email, and standard applications such as Microsoft Office.   

• Demonstrates problem solving, conflict resolution, and positive communication through teamwork.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited college or university affiliated nursing program.  BSN graduate preferred

• Licensure: Current Licensure as a Registered Nurse RN in Connecticut

• Certification: BLS (AHA/ARC)

• RN Experience required; experience with Cardiac Stress Tests preferred

Work schedule: per Diem, rotating shifts

Saint Mary’s Hospital is a Catholic, not-for-profit, acute care, community teaching hospital that has served Greater Waterbury since 1909.  Licensed for 347 beds, Saint Mary’s is designated as a Level II Trauma Center, offers award-winning cardiac and stroke care. We house the region’s only pediatric emergency care unit and was the first to introduce the daVinci® Robotic Surgery System

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.

Saint Mary's Hospital a member of Trinity Health Of New England and a leader in rehabilitative care has an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to join our mission-driven Inpatient Acute Care Rehab Team.

The Occupational Therapist performs evaluations, direct patient treatment and provides documentation for patients of all ages referred for occupational therapy. 

You Will Be Responsible For: 

• Provides full scope of direct and clinical services necessary to maximize the care for patients of all ages
• Appropriately communicates results of assessment or treatment program including written and/or verbal means. Aggressively works with patient, family, care provider to communicate patient status and progress, as well as providing adequate training
• Develops and maintains advanced clinical skills, including acknowledged area of expertise and multi-site/unit clinical service diversification.
• Maintains appropriate communication with treatment team, physicians, clients, and/or family members to facilitate problem solving, program planning and education. 

Requirements:

• Graduate of an AOTA accredited school.
• Current State of CT license.
• Excellent communication Skills

Highlights

• Full Time - 40 hours
• Excellent Benefits effective on first day
• Engaged supportive Leadership.

Facility Information

Saint Mary’s Hospital is a Catholic, not-for-profit, community teaching hospital that has been serving patients in Waterbury, CT and our surrounding communities since 1909. From the moment you step inside, you'll notice what makes us different: the warmth and attentiveness of our physicians and nurses, the cleanliness of our facilities, and the way we make patients and their families feel that they are truly being cared for - like a member of our family. 

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.

Position Purpose

The 12-month Nurse Residency Program atSaint Mary's Hospital in Waterbury, CT, is designed for any Registered Nurse RN with less than 1-year of nursing experience to expand the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required of a Registered Nurse to move from entry-level competence toward proficiency and expertise.

What you will do

• Develop clinical judgment and decision‑making

• Deliver safe, evidence‑based, people‑centered care

• Build leadership skills at the bedside

• Apply research and best practices in daily care

• Learn through collaboration with educators, preceptors, and peers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduated or projected to graduate from an accredited nursing program

• Less than 12 months of RN experience

• Valid Connecticut RN license required before orientation. *RN license number must be provided on the Monday before orientation

More info: Highlights and Benefits

• All New Graduate RN roles are Full‑Time (36 hrs/week)

• Blended learning with classroom, simulation, and skills labs

• Support from experienced preceptors and clinical educators

• Focus on quality, safety, communication, and professional growth

• Participation in an Evidence‑Based Practice (EBP) project

• Opportunities across a variety of specialty units (based on availability).

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Mary’s Hospital, operating since 1909, is a Catholic, not-for-profit, community teaching hospital dedicated to serving patients in Waterbury, CT, and the surrounding communities. What sets us apart is evident from the moment you walk through our doors: the genuine warmth and attentiveness of our physicians and nurses, the pristine condition of our facilities, and the way we strive to make patients and their families feel cared for, akin to being a cherished member of our own family.

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.