Job Description

Job Summary :
The Kawartha Cardiology Clinic (KCC) in Peterborough Ontario, is looking for a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our technical team! This is a temporary full-time contract position (approximately 12-18 month with the possibility of extension) for Registered Nurses with experience in cardiology/telemetry or previous stress testing. The successful candidate will perform both exercise and pharmacological stress tests in both our stress echo and nuclear stress labs. This position requires strong technical skills, keen attention to detail and the ability to communicate effectively with patients, physicians and colleagues in dynamic, clinical setting.

Responsibilities

Monitor, analyze and interpret ECGs Assess, and treat patient symptoms (ex: chest pain, BP changes) Performance of exercise, pharmacological and nuclear stress testing Completion of preliminary reports for Cardiologist interpretation Experience with IV insertion and IV medication administration an asset Monitor supplies & replenish stock as needed Other tasks as assigned Report to the Stress Team Lead, Clinical Coordinator and physicians as required
Qualifications

Current Registration with the College of Nurses (CNO) Current member of Registered Nurses of Ontario (RNAO) Basic Life Support (CPR); Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) an asset Excellent knowledge of ECG interpretation and arrhythmia interpretation Knowledge of cardiac medications Ability to work independently and as part of multidisciplinary team Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills Demonstrated ability to operate and properly maintain all equipment Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize a busy workload in a high-volume area. Reliable, consistent attendance is a requirement.
KCC is a busy, progressive, fully accredited facility with 8 physicians and 80 clinical and support staff that offers specialized programs in cardiology, vascular and stroke care to a large geographic region. While we appreciate all applications, we can only contact those individuals selected for interview. We are committed to providing accommodation for persons with disabilities and will be provided as part of our hiring process. (If accommodation is required, applicants are requested to make their needs known in advanced.)

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 17 months

Pay: From $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

On-site parking Paid time off
Work Location: In person