Job Description

Work Type: Full 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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WRHN's Cardiology Program supports a 23 bed in-patient unit that is staffed by a team of experts in the cardiac field. The Inpatient Cardiology Registered Nurse is professionally responsible and accountable to provide constant intensive care, multidisciplinary assessment and intervention to all acutely ill patients, in order to prevent complications, and to achieve and maintain optimal patient responses.

Position Requirements & Responsibilities:

Registered, in good standing, with the College of Nurses of Ontario BScN or equivalent Worked in Cardiology Nursing within the last three (3) years and has telemetry knowledge and experience, including care of the patient post-cardiac catheterization and/or angioplasty Previous experience with arterial sheath removal (femoral or radial) Possess recognized certificate in Intermediate Level Coronary Care (CCU II) Nursing or be enrolled in a course offering an equivalent Completion and/or enrolled in Dysrhythmia or Advanced Dysrhythmia course Completed a 10-week Physical Assessment Course or equivalent Willing to obtain ACLS certification within three (3) months of commencing the position Willing to obtain defibrillation certificate within three (3) months of commencing the position Functional knowledge of Nursing Diagnosis (as per the CNO Standards) specific to patients with cardiopulmonary diseases Have a positive work record; good attendance Have a level of physical fitness appropriate for the physical demands of the unit

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 Centre 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.