Registered Nurse, Coronary Care

Sinai Health System; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Toronto is seeking a Registered Nurse for their Coronary Care Unit. This role offers the chance to work closely with cardiology specialists, providing exceptional care to critically ill patients. Candidates should possess strong critical thinking skills, compassion, and a commitment to continuous learning. The position involves advanced cardiac monitoring, patient education, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. This is an excellent opportunity to grow professionally while making a significant impact on patient recovery.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years Adult Medical/Surgical experience required.
• Current certificate of registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
• Critical Care Certification or equivalent certification mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive cardiology care and continuous cardiac monitoring for patients.
• Assess, diagnose, and manage patients with conditions such as congestive heart failure.
• Educate patients and their families about cardiac conditions and care plans.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Compassion

Adaptability

Self-awareness

Education

Baccalaureate degree from a CNO-approved nursing program

Tools

Telemetry

Cardiac Monitoring Technology

Pulmonary Arterial Lines

Job description

Registered Nurse, Coronary Care - (13214)

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Job Type

Regular Part Time

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Organizational Department

Sinai Health -> Mount Sinai Hospital -> Urgent & Critical Care, Coronary Care Unit

Employee Group

ONA

Location

Mount Sinai Hospital Campus - Toronto, ON M5G 1X5 CA (Primary)

Travel Requirement

Hours (subject to change)

Extended tours and rotating shifts

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Job Description

Are you ready to take your nursing career to the next level in a leading coronary care unit? At Mount Sinai Hospital, we offer a unique opportunity to work closely with a dedicated team of cardiology specialists. Our small, cohesive unit fosters autonomy and continuous learning, allowing you to provide exceptional care to patients in critical condition.

Is this you?

You are a compassionate nurse with strong critical thinking skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure. Your curiosity drives you to continually learn and improve, while your empathy helps you support patients and their families. Adaptability and self-awareness are key traits you bring to respond effectively to the dynamic needs of your patients.

You seek a role where your skills in cardiac monitoring, assessment, and emergency response are not only utilized but honed. Your in-depth knowledge of cardiac medications and your ability to educate patients and their families will be crucial in providing comprehensive care. Our unit provides an opportunity to develop strong bonds with your patients, offering personalized care and emotional support that truly makes a difference in their recovery journey.

You want to be part of a close-knit unit that values collaboration and mutual support. At Mount Sinai, you will be exposed to unique experiences, including pre and post-natal cardiac care as part of Canada's largest Women’s and Infants high-risk center. This role offers you the chance to grow professionally and personally, while contributing to a team that is dedicated to excellence in cardiac care.

About the Coronary Care Unit

The Coronary Care Unit (CCU) at Mount Sinai Hospital is a specialized six-bed unit dedicated to providing advanced cardiac care. We work closely with the heart function clinic, special pregnancy program, and oncology patients, offering comprehensive cardiology care and continuous cardiac monitoring for the hospital. Our unit primarily treats patients with congestive heart failure, acute coronary syndrome, and cardiomyopathies, particularly in pregnant populations. The CCU's collaborative environment and state-of-the-art technology enable us to deliver personalized, high-quality care to every patient.

In this role you will:

• Provide comprehensive cardiology care and continuous cardiac monitoring for patients
• Collaborate closely with the heart function clinic, special pregnancy program, and oncology teams
• Assess, diagnose, and manage patients with conditions such as congestive heart failure, acute coronary syndrome, and cardiomyopathies
• Administer and manage cardiac medications, including antiarrhythmics, inotropes, and anticoagulants
• Educate patients and their families about cardiac conditions and care plans
• Utilize advanced cardiac monitoring technology, including pulmonary arterial lines and telemetry
• Participate in emergency response and provide critical interventions
• Perform other duties consistent with the job classification, as required
  

Job Requirements

Job Requirements:

Mandatory

• Current certificate of registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
• Current/recent 1 - 2 years Adult Medical/Surgical experience
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification
• Critical Care Certification or equivalent certification

Preferred

• A baccalaureate degree from a CNO-approved nursing program
• 1-2 years of Critical Care experience
• Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification

Skills and Knowledge

• Advanced assessment and documentation
• Arrhythmia interpretations
• PA line assessment and management
• Temporary pacemakers
• Hemodynamic monitoring
• High alert drug administration
• 12 lead ECG interpretation
• Set-up and assistance in bedside procedures e.g. cardiac line insertions, etc.
• Complex cardiac patient care e.g. patients requiring inotropes such as dobutamine, milrinone, etc.
• Monitoring telemetry and caring for patients who require or have received thrombolytic therapy
• Monitoring and transporting cardiac patients for inter-facility transfers; pre and post cardiac procedures

If this sounds like you and you feel ready to build your career within coronary care nursing, apply now and let us know why you’d be a great addition to our team.

Open Date

4/11/2025

Posting Deadline

5/30/2025

All applications must be submitted by no later than 4:00pm of the posting deadline date.

Employment at Sinai Health is conditional upon the verification of credentials, completion of a health review, and demonstrating proof of immunity and vaccination status of vaccine-preventable diseases. All employees and affiliates will follow safe work practices and comply with health and safety policies, procedures and training. If you believe you are one of the very few people who may require an exemption from vaccination, supporting medical information must be submitted to our Occupational Health department, who will review and assess.

Sinai Health is comprised of Mount Sinai Hospital, Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital, Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute and our system partner Circle of Care. We deliver excellent care in hospital, community and home, focusing on the comprehensive needs of people. Sinai Health discovers and translates scientific breakthroughs, pushes boundaries for health solutions and educates future clinical and scientific leaders. Clinical areas of specialization include rehabilitation and complex continuing care, surgery and oncology, urgent and critical care, and women’s and infants’ health. The Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute ranks among the top ten biomedical research institutes in the world. Sinai Health is a full affiliate of the University of Toronto.

As an equal opportunity employer who understands that diversity enriches our community and culture, we invite applications from all qualified candidates including Indigenous Peoples, racialized people, disabled people/people with disabilities, women, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require accommodation(s) due to disability at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact 416-586-4800 ext. 7050, or email [e-mail] .