Registered Nurse - CVICU

University Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 56,688 - 81,250; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Government organization

Flexible work environment

Corporate discounts

Job summary

The University Health Network is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for its Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit in Toronto. The qualified candidate will join a team providing care for heart surgery and transplant patients.

This full-time position offers a competitive wage range of $41.15 - $58.98 per hour and a comprehensive benefits package. Ideal candidates will possess a B.Sc. in Nursing and critical care experience, with an inclusive work environment supporting growth and development.

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Minimum 1 to 2 years recent surgical experience.
• Ability to comply with the physical demands of the unit.

Responsibilities

• Perform primary nursing duties consistent with the job classification.
• Provide care for patients undergoing cardiac procedures.
• Administer Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump and Continuous Venous-Venous Hemodialysis.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Decision-making skills

Basic Cardiac Life Support certification

Education

B.Sc. Nursing

Completion of a recognized Critical Care course

Job description

Job Details

• Union: ONA
• # of Vacancies: 5
• New or Replacement Position: Replacement
• Site: Toronto General Hospital
• Department: Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)
• Reports to: Nurse Manager
• Wage Range: $41.15 - $58.98 per hour
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week
• Shifts: 12 hour shifts (days, nights, weekdays, weekends)
• Status: Permanent Full‑Time
• Closing Date: June 11, 2026

Job Summary

Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) is a 24‑bed unit; the largest of its kind in Canada and the third largest in North America. The unit accommodates 1,500 heart surgery patients and 30 heart transplant patients a year. It also provides care to vascular surgery patients, including 500 standard vascular surgery cases and 100 endo‑vascular aneurysm repairs each year.

Most patients come to the unit following surgery, such as aortic coronary bypass, valve replacement and repair, heart transplantation, aneurysm repair and correction of adult congenital defects. Other patients require technological support such as the implantation of ventricular assist devices, SLED, IABP, and spinal drain.

Duties

As a member of the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit, the Registered Nurse will perform primary nursing duties that are consistent with the job classification and/or clinical specialty as required such as Intra‑Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP) and Continuous Venous‑Venous Hemodialysis (CVVHD).

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (B.C.L.S.) certification
• Minimum 1 to 2 years recent surgical experience
• Completion of a recognized Critical Care course preferred; the organization would consider sponsoring qualified applicants through the next Critical Care program
• Able to comply with the physical demands of the unit
• Excellent interpersonal and decision‑making skills
• B.Sc. Nursing preferred
• Previous cardiac‑vascular surgery experience preferred
• Previous cardiovascular intensive care unit experience preferred

Benefits

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organisation and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
• Close access to transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organisation
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on‑site gyms, etc.)

Equal Opportunity Employer

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants must make their requirements known. A Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate is misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue consideration of their application.