Registered Nurse, Medicine Cardiology

Oak Valley Health; Markham; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Valley Health is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Interprofessional team on the Acute Medicine/Cardiology Unit. You will conduct comprehensive assessments, develop care plans, educate patients, and coordinate discharge planning to ensure seamless continuity of care.

The role requires current nursing registration in good standing, BCLS certification, and often a Coronary Care 1 pathway. ACLS is preferred and experience in cardiology is valued.

Qualifications

• Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses in good standing.
• Current BCLS certification required.
• ACLS certification preferred; Coronary Care 1 program or equivalent to be completed if not already.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessment and care planning for medical and cardiology patients.
• Collaborate with interprofessional team to develop and update care plans.
• Provide patient education and discharge planning to ensure continuity of care.
• Coordinate coronary care and monitoring within Acute Medicine/Cardiology unit.
• Demonstrate leadership in clinical practice and participate in program development.

Skills

Cardiac care

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Patient education

Education

Licensed nursing registration (Ontario)

Tools

ACLS (preferred)

BCLS (required)

Job description

Please Note: If you are a current Oak Valley Health employee, apply to this job via the internal Workday application.Land acknowledgement:Oak Valley Health is honoured to provide care on the traditional and treaty territory of the Anishinaabeg, and acknowledge our closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The land is encompassed within Treaty 13, Treaty 20, and the Williams Treaty.Today, this area is home to many diverse Indigenous Peoples, and we acknowledge the health disparities and barriers Indigenous Peoples face in accessing care. To support true healing, we are committed to understanding these challenges, learning from Indigenous knowledge, and taking action together to improve safe and equitable health care for current and future generations.Who you are:You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courageYou are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standardYou are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skillsPosting Closing Date: EOD October 5th, 2026What we are looking for:As a registered nurse you will become an integral member of the interprofessional team in partnership with a patient support assistant responsible for the comprehensive care of medical and cardiac patients including cardiac monitoring. You will practice in an environment where the emphasis is on professional practice and customer satisfaction.Using your clinical expertise, you will, in collaboration with the interprofessional team, be responsible for comprehensive assessment, care planning, patient education and discharge planning to support the continuity of care throughout the patient's stay on Acute Medicine/Cardiology Unit. You will play a critical role in the coordination and development of interprofessional plans of care, which reflect patient needs.In addition, you will utilize your demonstrated clinical leadership skills, well developed analytical, problem solving, delegation and interpersonal skills to assist you in the provision of quality patient care. You will be accountable for the development of comprehensive patient care plans and patient education plans, which reflect your ongoing assessment focusing on the patient's goals. Your excellent clinical leadership skills will assist you in working with the interprofessional team in the further development of programs to enhance and support patient care.What you bring to the role:Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses in good standingCurrent BCLS certification requiredCurrent ACLS certification preferredCompletion of an accredited college Coronary Care 1 program or proof of demonstrated current enrollment or equivalent requiredIn the absence of the Coronary Care 1 certificate upon time of hire must complete Coronary Care 1 within 3 months of hireMinimum of 2 years of recent acute care experience in medicine with an emphasis on cardiology (within the last 5 years) or international experience in critical care preferredRNAO membership is preferredExcellent physical assessment skillsProficient computer skillsDemonstrated commitment to a patient/family centred care environmentDemonstrated excellent critical thinking and problem solving skillsDemonstrated ability to work effectively within an interprofessional team as well as independentlyWell-developed organization, communication, interpersonal and teaching skillsEvidence of ongoing professional development, continuing education and leadership experienceDemonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standardsDemonstrated commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with the healthcare organization's related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as requiredWork Schedule:The successful candidate will be available to work 12 hour shifts (days and nights) weekday, weekend and holidays.Please note schedules may change due to operational needs.Compensation:BAND JRange:$41.18 - $59.03Who we are:Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community health care organizations and include Markham Stouffville Hospital, Uxbridge Hospital, and our Reactivation Care Centre. Across our hospitals and the RCC we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 468,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).Our 542 physicians, 35 midwives, over 3,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an honoured to care mindset and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost. Are you ready to join us?Oak Valley Health diversity statementOak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. 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 and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health. Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.We are honoured to be recognized as one of Forbes Canada's Best Employers for Diversity 2023. We ranked within the top 150 organizations across the country. Learn more about our commitment to EDI.Learn more about our Honoured to care culture:https://youtu.be/PV2TybgOqvA