Registered Nurse - Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit - Temporary Full-Time 2026-18719

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre seeks an experienced CVICU RN to provide expert primary care for cardiovascular ICU patients. The role emphasizes assessment, intervention, patient education and advocacy, aligned with the hospital's person-centred care philosophy.

Candidates must hold current registration with the Ontario College of Nurses, BCLS, and preference for ACLS and Critical Care Certification, with ICU/CVICU experience and a commitment to ongoing cardiovascular care education.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the Ontario College of Nurses.
• Current BCLS certificate.
• Current ACLS certificate preferred.
• Baccalaureate degree in Nursing preferred.
• Critical Care Certificate.
• Must have ICU & CVICU experience.
• Successful completion of the CVICU entrance quiz.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing education in cardiovascular care specialties.
• Participation in nursing council, unit committees and quality improvement projects.
• Demonstrated effective communication, teamwork and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary care for CVICU patients.
• Perform assessment, intervention and education.
• Advocate for patients and families.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team.
• Support the Person-Centred Care philosophy and Sunnybrook values.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Haemodynamic monitoring

Cardio-pulmonary knowledge

Prioritization

Decision making

Independent work

Education

Baccalaureate degree in Nursing

Critical Care Certificate

ACLS certificate

BCLS certificate

Ontario College of Nurses registration

Job description

Summary of Duties:

Responsible for primary care of CVICU patients. The main functions of the RN include, but are not limited to, assessment, intervention, education and patient advocacy. The RN supports the Philosophy of Person-Centred Care concept and principles and the mission and values of Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, and works closely with other members

Qualification & Skills:

• Current registration with the Ontario College of Nurses
• Current BCLS certificate
• Current ACLS certificate preferred
• Baccalaureate degree in Nursing preferred
• Critical Care Certificate
• Must have ICU & CVICU experience
• Successful completion of the CVICU entrance quiz
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing education within the past two (2) years with emphasis placed on courses/conferences related to cardiovascular care specialties
• Demonstrated commitment to organizational initiatives, such as completion of the Patient Centred Care Course and participation in nursing council, unit committees and quality improvement projects
• Demonstrated effective ability in: interpersonal relationships; oral and written communication skills; organization skills; priority setting skills; problem solving; decision making; facilitating team work; conflict resolution
• Possesses intellectual skills for problem-solving, critical thinking and ability to integrate knowledge of physiological principle involving multiple organ systems with emphasis on cardio-pulmonary
• Adept in use of haemodynamic equipment
• Ability to function independently and as a part of the multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrated commitment to Person-Centred Care approach and principles