Job Description

Work Type: Temporary Part Time

Location: WRHN @ Queen's Blvd (formerly St. Mary's General Hospital Campus)

Home to seven regional programs and comprehensive health-care services, Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN, pronounced wren) is committed to meeting the current and emerging needs in Waterloo-Wellington and beyond.


WRHN is redefining the health-care experience through collaboration and innovation, addressing barriers to access, advancing care delivery, and setting new standards in compassionate, empowered community-driven health care.


At WRHN, every patient is at the centre of everything we do as we strive to improve lives, inspire healing, and build healthier, stronger communities. By listening to patients and partners, we strive to connect communities to the right care, at the right place, and at the right time.

Please Note:

New employees must provide documentation/proof of COVID-19 vaccination status, a 2-step TB test, as well as proof of immunity to measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella (chickenpox) prior to their start date at Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN). New Employees will require clearance from Employee Health, Safety and Wellness before they are able to begin any position within WRHN.

Position Summary

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The Coronary Care Unit Nurse (CCU) provides care for patients who are recovering from an acute coronary event and/or a cardiac procedure. The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible to provide complex, intensive patient care utilizing their advanced knowledge, critical thinking, advanced problem solving, leadership, and advocacy and judgment skills. The RN will be proficient in all types of care and procedures related to caring for a CCU patient in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. In keeping with the excellence of care provided within the WRHN @ Queen's Blvd cardiac program, the RN will continuously assess and adapt in an effort to: identify patient / family wishes, prioritize and problem solve, formulate a plan of care, and provide evidenced based interventions to meet the patient's needs. The RN must have the ability to strictly adhere to procedural guidelines and work in an intense, professional, and collaborative environment committed to excellence and quality patient care.

Responsibilities:

Bedside patient care in Coronary Care Unit Demonstrate therapeutic relationship with patient and/or family Perform physical head to toe assessments Cardiac and hemodynamic monitoring Knowledge of STEMI/NSTEMI recovery including post cardiac catheterization care Knowledge and experience with Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) recovery Cardiac pacing including temporary Transcutaneous and/or Transvenous pacemaker interventions and care Cardioversion Procedural documentation - concise, accurate and complete ECG interpretation/understanding of cardiac monitor such as a central station, bedside monitor and/or telemetry Performs assessment of effectiveness of intervention(s) Perform conscious sedation with associated monitoring and documentation Medication Administration Able to respond to life threatening situations Knowledge of supplies and proper sterile technique for cardiac procedures and/or bedside interventions Demonstrates support for patient and family throughout intervention Communication to all health care providers the plan of care, the assessment, the interventions, patient history and effectiveness of those interventions Documentation of patient plan of care is in the electronic medical record (EMR) Documentation of teaching patient/family in EMR Model the Way through exercising self-control under pressure and effectively managing negative emotions. Inspire a Shared Vision by enlisting others in a common vision by appealing to shared aspirations. Challenge the Process by challenging the traditional process of doing things to find better ways. Enable Others to Act through fostering collaborations, building trust, and facilitating relationships. Encourage the Heart by showing a genuine interest in the thoughts, opinions, values and needs of others and celebrating individual excellence. Demonstrate Enthusiasm for Lean through expressed accountability and responsibility to incorporate and apply Lean thinking into daily activities. Coordination of repatriation back to sending facilities, which may at times require nurse to go on transport Answering telephone and coordination of patient transfer within organization Demonstrates a commitment to providing safe, effective, and ethical care by being accountable for professional practice and the care a patient/family receives Demonstrate values of WRHN and a commitment to foster a healthy, supportive work environment dedicated to delivering a high quality care experience though compassion, innovation and respect. Effectively apply organizational and time management skills to prioritize workload, to problem solve, and to adapt to frequent interruptions and change. Fulfil need to train/teach new staff members and/or student nurses

Position Requirements:

BScN or equivalent Registered Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario Minimum 3-5 years previous Coronary Care experience within a hospital setting Minimum of 1-2 years of recent Step-Down and/or Intensive Care experience Completion of Coronary Care Nursing and/or Critical Care Certificate Course Current ACLS certification Level of physical fitness to perform the essential duties of the position which includes standing for long periods of time and pushing/pulling/lifting with proper body mechanics when transferring, lifting, turning or transporting patients Competency in advanced ECG interpretation, recognizing and interpreting cardiac dysrhythmias Active certification in Intravenous Therapy and Venipuncture Collaborative/teamwork ability to work in an interdisciplinary team utilizing excellent verbal and written communication skills Must be able to assist with patient lifts, transfers, and bed movement, room turnover Adhere to infection prevention and control instructions for cleaning equipment. Intellectual abilities needed to perform mental activities (such as logical reasoning, analysis) as per the requirement of the job Strong problem solving, critical thinking, organizational and prioritization skills. Good communication skills Able to handle stress and able to multitask. Flexible and adaptable to new or changing situations Knowledge of radiation safety Dedicated commitment to life-long learning and commitment to continually improving their nursing practice by engaging in practice reflection, and by setting and achieving learning goals. Adhere to Code of Conduct and all other workplace policies, including but not limited to Ethics, Violence and Harassment Dependable, demonstrated good attendance

Preferred Requirements:

Moderate sedation certification Advanced Arrhythmia course 12 Lead ECG course Basic Cardiac Assessment course Cardiac and/or Coronary Care Certification Critical Care Certification Knowledge/use of Lean management tools

Application Instructions:

EMPLOYEES OF LEGACY ST. MARY'S GENERAL HOSPITAL ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATION ELECTRONICALLY USING INFOR.


As per the collective agreement, the internal recruitment process will be completed prior to the consideration of external applications.


Waterloo Regional Health Network is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.


Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. WRHN is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Should you require this accommodation, please contact Human Resources.


International Applicants

If you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit we recommend reviewing work permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. Individuals holding a work or study permit seeking employment in the healthcare sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process. This may also apply to current employees seeking renewal of their work permits. It is the accountability of the applicant and/or employee to ensure they are adhering to their specific work permit restrictions.


We would like to thank all candidates in advance for their interest and only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we are unable to confirm the receipt of individual applications or resumes.