Registered Nurse, Coronary Care

Sinai Health • Toronto, ON

2d • CA$41 - CA$59 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Registered Nurse, Coronary Care at Mount Sinai Hospital, you will have the opportunity to work closely with a dedicated team of cardiology specialists in a small, cohesive unit that fosters autonomy and continuous learning. This role is for a compassionate nurse with strong critical thinking skills, the ability to stay calm under pressure, and a drive for continuous learning and improvement. You will utilize and hone your skills in cardiac monitoring, assessment, and emergency response, with in-depth knowledge of cardiac medications and patient/family education being crucial. The unit provides an opportunity to develop strong bonds with patients, offering personalized care and emotional support. You will be part of a close-knit unit that values collaboration and mutual support, with exposure to unique experiences including pre and post-natal cardiac care as part of Canada's largest Women’s and Infants high-risk center. The Coronary Care Unit (CCU) at Mount Sinai Hospital is a specialized six-bed unit dedicated to providing advanced cardiac care, working closely with the heart function clinic, special pregnancy program, and oncology patients, offering comprehensive cardiology care and continuous cardiac monitoring for the hospital. The unit primarily treats patients with congestive heart failure, acute coronary syndrome, and cardiomyopathies, particularly in pregnant populations. The CCU's collaborative environment and state-of-the-art technology enable us to deliver personalized, high-quality care to every patient.

Requirements

• Current certificate of registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
• 1 year of recent Adult Medical/Surgical experience
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification
• Critical Care Certification or equivalent certification
• Advanced assessment and documentation
• Arrhythmia interpretations
• Defibrillation
• PA line assessment and management
• Temporary pacemakers
• Hemodynamic monitoring
• High alert drug administration
• 12 lead ECG interpretation
• Set-up and assistance in bedside procedures e.g. cardiac line insertions, etc.
• Complex cardiac patient care e.g. patients requiring inotropes such as dobutamine, milrinone, etc.
• Monitoring telemetry and caring for patients who require or have received thrombolytic therapy
• Monitoring and transporting cardiac patients for inter-facility transfers; pre and post cardiac procedures
• Providing patient education re: cardiac medications, pre/post procedure expectations, etc.

Nice To Haves

• A baccalaureate degree from a CNO-approved nursing program
• 1-2 years of Critical Care experience
• Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive cardiology care and continuous cardiac monitoring for patients
• Collaborate closely with the heart function clinic, special pregnancy program, and oncology teams
• Assess, diagnose, and manage patients with conditions such as congestive heart failure, acute coronary syndrome, and cardiomyopathies
• Administer and manage cardiac medications, including antiarrhythmics, inotropes, and anticoagulants
• Educate patients and their families about cardiac conditions and care plans
• Utilize advanced cardiac monitoring technology, including pulmonary arterial lines and telemetry
• Participate in emergency response and provide critical interventions
• Perform other duties consistent with the job classification, as required

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree