Registered Nurse - Critical Care (2025)

Scarborough Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health network in Toronto, Ontario, is seeking a Registered Nurse for their Critical Care Program. You will provide exceptional nursing care to critically ill patients, ensuring a patient-centered environment. Qualified candidates must have a current RN registration and relevant critical care experience. A competitive work environment focused on teamwork and ongoing education contributes to this role's success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year’s recent ICU/critical care experience including ventilators.
• Competent to perform CPR at a basic Cardiac Life Support level.
• ACLS must be completed within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality nursing care to critically ill patients.
• Demonstrate professional accountability for nursing practice.
• Participate in multidisciplinary family centered care.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Customer service

Education

BScN preferred

Current registration as a Registered Nurse

Current Critical Care Certificate

Job description

Overview

Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. SHN is home to North America’s largest nephrology program and the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east. SHN is a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partners with other universities and colleges. SHN is the recipient of the Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award and named Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures for 2023.

Job Description

Position Overview: Reporting to the Patient Care Manager of Critical Care you will be responsible for providing excellent care to a diverse patient population within our multi-service environment. Our Critical Care Program is a patient-focused total care model. You will provide high quality nursing care to patients and their families, based on the philosophy and conceptual framework of Nursing Practice at Scarborough Health Network. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementation and evaluating nursing care and practice activities in a multidisciplinary family centered care environment. Patient caseload includes critically ill cardiac, respirology, nephrology, oncology, high-risk obstetrical and acute medical-surgical patients. You will provide exceptional “customer service” to patients and families within an inter-professional, team environment. You demonstrate professional accountability for your practice and are able to identify and pursue opportunities to meet your learning needs. You may be hired for any of the three critical care sites.

Responsibilities

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Requirements

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
• BScN preferred
• Competent to perform CPR at a basic Cardiac Life Support level (Current BCLS Certificate)
• ACLS (must complete within 6 months of hire)
• Current Critical Care Certificate and/or equivalent experience in Critical Care
• Minimum of one (1) year’s recent ICU/critical care experience including ventilators
• Evidence of sound organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to work well in fast-paced environments
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and documentation skills with the ability to work well with patients, families, all levels of staff and the community
• Demonstrates excellent problem-solving, decision making and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work well independently and to exercise sound judgment
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position
• Demonstrated pattern of good attendance and performance record
• Understanding of and commitment to SHN's safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in in-service education
• Commitment to customer service when dealing with patients, colleagues, volunteers and other community members
• Willingness to participate in continuing education and unit-based initiatives such as LEAN, Unit Councils, Audits, etc.

Asset

• Minimum two (2) year’s recent acute medical/surgical experience
• Computer literacy and/or familiarity with e-documentation, e-scheduling
• Ability to speak another language

Accommodation And Diversity Statement

Scarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community’s unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one’s personal identity and/or values. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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