Registered Nurse - Cardiology

William Osler Health System; Toronto; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 81,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP Pension Plan

Accessible employment practices

Job summary

William Osler Health System in Ontario is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse (RN) for the Cardiology Unit. The RN is responsible for high‑quality, patient‑centred nursing care, practicing according to nursing standards and regulatory requirements.

The role requires acute medicine experience, cardiac experience preferred, and successful completion of cardiology-specific quizzes and ECG interpretation within set timelines.

Qualifications

• Current registration and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• BCLS certification is required.
• Two years acute medicine experience are required.
• Cardiac experience within the last five years preferred.
• Coronary Care 1 certification is required.
• Must pass arrhythmia quiz with 80% to move to interview.
• Must pass cardiology challenge exam with 80% within 30 days of hire.
• Experience performing 12 lead ECG and rhythm interpretation (within the past two years) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality patient-centered nursing care in the Cardiology Unit.
• Ensure safe nursing practice across assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Deliver care with professionalism, compassion and patient-centered focus.
• Educate patients and families, including thorough discharge instructions.
• Respond to emergencies and communicate changes in patient status.
• Work collaboratively with inter-professional team to optimize patient care.

Skills

Cardiology care

ECG interpretation

Arrhythmia assessment

Nursing assessment

Inter-professional teamwork

Patient teaching

Job description

• Job Category: Cardiology
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Union Group: ONA
• Schedule: Days/Evenings 8 hours
• Employment Type: Part Time

Company Description

One of Canada's Best Diversity Employers and Greater Toronto's Top Employers for many consecutive years, William Osler Health System (Osler) provides a safe and supportive health care network to grow your career. Osler is nationally recognized for its commitment to patient safety and is Accredited with Exemplary Standing, the highest rating a Canadian hospital can receive. As a major Ontario hospital system, and home to some of the biggest specialty and emergency departments in the country, Osler serves the 1.3 million residents of Brampton, Etobicoke and surrounding communities. We are proud to offer you incredible exposure to best-in-class health care delivery and challenging hands-on opportunities to stay at the top of your game.

A hospital system built for and by the community, we continue to expand our services to meet the needs of a growing population, creating opportunities for increased hands‑on skills development, cross‑department training and promotional opportunities. Guided by our accomplished senior leadership team, together we are driving our vision of patient‑inspired health care without boundaries.

At Osler, we invest in careers that go beyond where health care professionals like you can achieve their goals and find deep personal and professional fulfillment. Join our team today!

Job Description

The Registered Nurse (RN) is a regulated health care professional who is accountable and responsible for providing quality patient focused nursing care to patients in theCardiology Unit. As part of the inter‑professional health care team, the RN will practice according to the nursing practice expectations set by Osler, the regulatory practice standards of the College of Nurses and the legislative requirements set by the Regulated Health Professions Act.

Accountabilities:

• Safe nursing practice in all aspects of the nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care
• Compliance with policies and procedures associated with observations
• Professional, patient‑centred care to ensure patient safety and physiological and psychological well‑being, associated with creating a therapeutic relationship and environment
• Providing care in a compassionate and caring manner within a diverse cultural environment
• Practicing according to the infection control and prevention measures
• Responding to emergency situations by recognizing changes in patient’s health status and consulting appropriately when necessary using transfer of accountability principles
• Providing health teaching to patients and families including thorough discharge instructions to ensure the continuity of care in the community

Qualifications

• Minimum of twoyears acute medicine experience required
• Cardiac experience within the last five years preferred
• Coronary Care 1 required
• Must pass an arrhythmia quiz obtaining an 80% to move onto the interview phase required
• Must pass cardiology challenge exam obtaining an 80% within 30 days of hire
• Experience performing 12 lead ECG and/or rhythm interpretation (within the past twoyears) required
• Experience in care of patient with TPN, NG tubes, chest tubes, wound care, enteral feeds, IVtherapy, blood collection and isolation (within the last twoyears preferred)

Core competencies:

• Current registration, and in good standing, with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Sound knowledge of nursing process, theory, and responsibilities to the nursing profession
• BCLS required
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, communication, problem‑solving, conflict‑resolution and decision‑making skills required
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of an inter‑professional team
• Demonstrated knowledge of patient and family‑centred care
• Demonstrated experience with patient and family health teaching required
• Demonstrated leadership and facilitation skills required
• Demonstrated excellent customer service, organizational and critical‑thinking skills required
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development as it applies to the profession and related field
• Demonstrated ability to work in a stressful and fast paced environment
• Exemplary clinical practice within an inter‑professional team to develop appropriate strategies for patient care
• Ability to prioritize patient care needs and make autonomous decisions
• Excellent physical assessment skills required
• Ability to promote a healthy work environment and practice excellent client safety guidelines
• Knowledge and understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Must demonstrate Osler's Values of Respect, Excellence, Service, Compassion, Innovation and Collaboration
• May be required to travel and work between all Osler sites
• Excellent attendance, punctuality and work record
• Knowledge and understanding of information systems and technology

Additional Information

Hours: Currently Days/Evenings, 8 hours, including weekends and statutory holidays (subject to change in accordance with operational requirements)

Salary:

Minimum: $41.15 per hour
Maximum: $58.98 per hour

Applications are still open for external applicants

Benefits

• HOOPP Pension Plan: Secure Your Future with Osler
• When you join Osler, you're not just starting a job; you're investing in your future. As part of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), one of Canada’s most reliable and rewarding pension plans, you’ll enjoy peace of mind knowing you have a plan in place for your retirement. With Osler contributing $1.26 for every dollar you invest, you’re building a strong foundation for a comfortable retirement. With HOOPP, you can count on a steady, guaranteed monthly income for life. Discover more about how you can secure your financial future here .

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