Registered Nurse - Critical Care Heart Cath/EP Labs

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Victoria; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Island Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Critical Care Heart Cath/EP Labs at Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria, BC. The role focuses on comprehensive cardiac care, assisting in invasive procedures, patient monitoring and meticulous nursing documentation.

Requires BC RN registration with Cardiac CC experience; ACS/ACLS asset. Position is temporary full-time with bi-weekly hours; starts Jan 4, 2027 and ends Mar 16, 2027.

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as RN.
• Minimum 2 years recent Cardiac Critical Care Nursing experience; accredited program preferred.
• Minimum 6 months Cardiac Critical Care experience with accredited program required.
• Demonstrated arrhythmia interpretation; 75% on VIHA ECG Challenge; ACLS is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Render comprehensive care to patients in the Heart Catheterization Lab/EPL and related radiology procedures.
• Assist physicians in invasive procedures and scrub when required.
• Assess and document patient status; monitor and manage care per standards.
• Promote safety with radiation protection and unit-specific policies.

Skills

Arrhythmia interpretation

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Workload organization

Prioritization

Patient care planning

Mobility/transport access

Physical stamina

Education

RN registration (BC)

Critical Care Program

Job description

Registered Nurse - Critical Care Heart Cath/EP Labs - (237628)

Royal Jubilee Hospital (RJH) - Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

Days Off

Vacancy Type

Temp FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$41.42 - $59.52

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75

Planned Start Date

Jan. 4 2027

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Mar. 16 2027

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Required for Professional Registration

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reports to the Nurse Manager, Department Head, or designate. Render comprehensive care to patients and participates in related cardiac catheterization and radiology invasive procedures which can include scrubbing for procedures, monitoring, drug and contrast administration, and completion of required nursing documentation. Will assist physicians in the performance of invasive procedures. Assessment and care of the patient is the primary function of the Heart Catheterization Lab/Electrophysiology Lab (HCL/EPL) registered nurse. Promotes a safe environment by using protective devices and radiation protection practices. Performs his/her designated duties in accordance with the unit/program philosophy, competency guidelines, policies, and the BCCNM Standards for Nursing Practice in British Columbia.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant. Minimum 2 years recent Cardiac Critical Care Nursing experience combined with the completion of an accredited Critical Care Program preferred. Minimum, 6 months recent Cardiac Critical Care experience and the successful completion of an accredited Critical Care Program required. Demonstrated ability in arrhythmia interpretation as evidenced by a mark of 75% on the VIHA ECG Challenge exam. Advanced Cardiac Life Support an asset.

Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge in arrhythmia interpretation as evidenced by: a) successful completion of approved basic arrhythmia course within the past year; or b) a mark of 75% on the approved ECG Challenge Exam.
• Knowledge of cardiac and self-management related resources throughout the health authority.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing;
• Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team;
• Ability to organize workload and set priorities;
• Ability to plan, organize and evaluate patient care;
• Ability to access transportation to meet operational requirements.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position