Registered Nurse (Full Time) - Cardiology
About The Position
THP is a Regional Cardiac Program providing services and care in collaboration with our Regional Partners. 2C Cardiology is a 50-bed inpatient, acute care unit. We support a wide variety of complex cardiology patients while working closely with Cardiac Cath Lab, Cardiac Short Stay and Coronary Care Unit. We primarily focus on medical management and minimally invasive procedures to care for our patients in their unique care needs. We are also the primary home for post surgical care for THPs Vascular Surgery population. We have a broad team of skilled, interdisciplinary professionals to support our patients, and ensure they receive the best care possible while in our care.
Requirements
- Graduate of a recognized College or School of Nursing
- Registered in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) or currently meet the eligibility criteria to register in good standing in the Temporary Class or General Class with the CNO
- Current BCLS
- Successfully completed the Coronary Care 1 course or committed to completing the course within the next six months
- Minimum of 1-year acute care medicine/cardiac/surgical experience required
- A physical assessment course required
- Demonstrates excellence in communication skills and interprofessional teamwork
- Evidence of on-going professional development
- A positive work and attendance record is essential
Nice To Haves
- Preferably hold a Baccalaureate degree
- Telemetry experience preferred
- Recent experience with inpatient cardiology or cardiac surgery population preferred
- Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) completion preferred
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge with EPIC and computer skills preferred
Responsibilities
- Initiation and maintenance of IV therapy
- Administration of medication above the drip chamber
- Blood and blood product administration
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Nasogastric tubes
- Wound management skills
- Routine and additional infection control precautions
- Normal and abnormal lab values
- Providing and delivering patients and families with educational teaching
- Facilitating patient and centered care and establishing therapeutic relationships
Benefits
- Compassion
- Excellence
- Courage
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
