<p>Employment Type:</p> <p>Part time</p> <p>Shift:</p> <p>Rotating Shift</p> <p>Description:</p> <p>Position Purpose</p> <p>At Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center, the Community Outreach Registered Nurse (RN) supports preventive chronic conditions such as cardiovascular health throughout the communities we serve. This role provides screenings, education, early-risk identification, and referral support. The RN serves as a frontline resource-promoting wellness, reducing barriers to care, and strengthening connections to primary and preventive services. The position supports the Together for Wellness Clinic as part of a grant-funded community health initiative.</p> <p>What You Will Do</p> <ul> <li> <p>Conduct blood pressure screenings at the Together for Wellness Clinic and select community outreach sites.</p> </li><li> <p>Provide hypertension education, including lifestyle guidance, medication adherence, and risk-reduction strategies.</p> </li><li> <p>Promote preventive care and encourage follow-up with primary care providers.</p> </li><li> <p>Participate in community outreach events to increase awareness of hypertension and available resources.</p> </li><li> <p>Conduct limited at-home or virtual visits for Hartford-area residents.</p> </li><li> <p>Coordinate referrals to primary or specialty care as needed.</p> </li><li> <p>Document screenings, education provided, and referrals.</p> </li><li> <p>Collaborate with community partners and care teams to improve access to hypertension services.</p> </li></ul> <p>Minimum Qualifications</p> <p>Required</p> <ul> <li> <p>Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Connecticut.</p> </li><li> <p>Minimum of 1 year of clinical nursing experience.</p> </li><li> <p>The ideal candidate demonstrates strong cardiovascular assessment skills, working knowledge of other chronic conditions, excellent communication abilities, and the ability to provide clear, culturally sensitive education across diverse community environments.</p> </li></ul> <p>Preferred</p> <ul> <li> <p>Experience in community or public health nursing or chronic disease programs.</p> </li><li> <p>Knowledge of hypertension management and preventive health strategies.</p> </li><li> <p>BLS certification (with certification support available post-hire).</p> </li><li> <p>Experience working with underserved or high-risk populations.</p> </li></ul> <p>Position Highlights</p> <ul> <li> <p>Per Diem position</p> </li><li> <p>Rotating shifts</p> </li><li> <p>Rotating weekend requirements</p> </li><li> <p>Grant-funded for approximately two years</p> </li><li> <p>Based at Together for Wellness Clinic, 95 Woodland Street</p> </li><li> <p>Includes community outreach events with local Hartford travel</p> </li><li> <p>May include at-home or virtual visits</p> </li><li> <p>Approx. 15 hours/week work-from-home (telehealth, follow-up, remote education)</p> </li></ul> <p>Ministry/Facility Information</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Our Commitment</p> <p>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.</p>