Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

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

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for their Intensive Care Unit. This role offers a unique opportunity to impact patient outcomes in a state-of-the-art environment. Join a team that values continued education and professional growth, where you will enhance your critical thinking and problem-solving skills while caring for critically ill patients. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a supportive atmosphere that fosters both personal and professional development. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current CNO registration and critical care certification.
• 1-2 years of recent Adult Medical/Surgical experience required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor vital signs and respond to emergencies in the ICU.
• Administer medications and assist with bedside procedures.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Decision Making

Patient Monitoring

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Nursing Program

Level 3 Critical Care Nursing Certificate

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Tools

Hemodynamic Monitoring

Mechanical Ventilation

Dialysis

Job description

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit - (13026)

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Job Type: Regular Part Time

Organizational Department: Sinai Health -> Mount Sinai Hospital -> Urgent & Critical Care, Intensive 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

Salary Scale: [Not specified]

Job Description

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 when interacting with physicians and allied health professionals. You are known for your organizational skills, effective planning, and clear communication.

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

About the ICU

Our ICU has 36 beds and is a level 3 unit caring for level 2 patients, serving a diverse patient population including obstetrical, oncology, medicine, and surgical cases. The unit features a pod-based design for efficient teamwork, advanced technology, large windows for natural light, a negative pressure pod, six isolation rooms, and amenities like a lounge, kitchenette, shower, and quiet rooms for families. An education room with a simulation mannequin supports ongoing learning.

In this role you will:

• Monitor patients' vital signs, hemodynamics, and respond to emergencies
• Assist with bedside procedures, medication administration, pain management, and care for sedated and ventilated patients
• Administer high-acuity medications to stabilize patients
• Interact with physicians, allied health professionals, patients, and families
• Perform other duties as required

Job Requirements

Mandatory:

• Current certificate of registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
• Graduate of a CNO-approved bachelor’s nursing program or equivalent
• Completion of Level 3 Critical Care Nursing Certificate from an accredited 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:

• Baccalaureate degree from a CNO-approved nursing program

Skills and Knowledge

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Knowledge in assessment, documentation, chest tube management, arrhythmia interpretation, hemodynamic monitoring, mechanical ventilation, dialysis, and bedside procedures
• Experience in monitoring and transporting critically ill patients

If you are ready to build your career in intensive care nursing, apply below and tell us why you’d be a great addition to our team.