Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Sinai Health System; Old Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for their Intensive Care Unit. This role offers the opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art environment, making a significant impact on patient outcomes. Ideal candidates will possess a strong foundation in critical care nursing, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive in fast-paced settings. With a focus on collaboration and evidence-based care, you'll play a vital role in a multidisciplinary team, ensuring the highest standard of care for critically ill patients. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career.

Benefits

Continuing Education Opportunities

Mentorship Programs

Career Advancement

State-of-the-Art Facilities

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with CNO registration and Critical Care Nursing Certificate.
• 1-2 years of recent Adult Medical/Surgical experience required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor vital signs and respond to emergencies.
• Assist with bedside procedures and administer medications.
• Interact with physicians and provide patient care.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Advanced Assessment

Hemodynamic Monitoring

Mechanical Ventilation

Chest Tube Management

Arrhythmia Interpretation

Dialysis

Bedside Procedures

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Level 3 Critical Care Nursing Certificate

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Job description

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit - (12128)

Are you a Registered Nurse seeking to advance your career in critical care and make a significant difference in people’s lives? Join our team at Mount Sinai Hospital's recently renovated Intensive Care Unit (ICU), where you will make a profound impact on patient outcomes in a state-of-the-art environment.

With opportunities for continued education, certifications, mentorship, and career advancement, this role offers candidates a chance to develop specialized expertise, enhance their critical thinking skills, and build therapeutic relationships with patients and their families.

Is this you?

You are more than just a health care provider – you are a pillar of support for patients facing life-threatening conditions. As a natural problem solver you can navigate challenging situations with empathy and compassion. You thrive in fast-paced environments, excel at adapting to changing situations, and manage your time effectively.

As a crucial member of an interdisciplinary team, your collaborative abilities shine through when interacting with physicians and allied health professionals. You are known for your exceptional organizational skills, effective planning, and clear communication.

You demonstrate your strong critical thinking abilities when assessing complex situations, prioritizing tasks, and finding optimal solutions for your patients. Your commitment to staying updated through research ensures you provide evidence-based care and deliver the best possible outcomes.

About the ICU

Consisting of 36 beds, our ICU is a level 3 unit that also cares for level 2 patients, serving a diverse patient population including obstetrical, oncology, medicine, and surgical patients. This unit uses a pod-based design to facilitate efficient care delivery and teamwork, alongside advanced technology for patient care and monitoring.

In this role you will:

• Monitor patients' vital signs, hemodynamics, and respond to emergencies
• Assist with bedside procedures, administering medications, managing pain, and patients who are sedated and ventilated
• Administer high acuity medications to stabilize acute patients
• Interact with physicians, allied health, patients, and families
• Perform other duties consistent with the job classification, as required

Job Requirements:

Mandatory

• Current certificate of registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
• Graduate of a CNO-approved bachelor’s degree in nursing program, or equivalent combined education and experience
• Completion of Level 3 Critical Care Nursing Certificate from an accredited academic institution
• 1-2 years of recent Adult Medical/Surgical experience
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certificate
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certificate (must complete within 6 months of hire)

Preferred

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)

Skills and Knowledge:

• Proven ability to function independently and collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Skilled at multi-tasking with excellent critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills
• Sound knowledge base and demonstrated skill in:
• Advanced assessment and documentation
• Chest tube management
• Arrhythmia interpretations
• Hemodynamic monitoring
• Mechanical ventilation
• Dialysis
• Set-up and assistance in bedside procedures e.g. central line insertions, intubations, etc.
• Monitoring and transporting critically ill patients for inter-facility transfers

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

Open Date: 12/2/2024

Posting Deadline: 1/1/2025

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

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.

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.