Registered Nurse, Heart Institute H4 Surgery

About The Ottawa Hospital Inspired by research and driven by compassion! The Ottawa Hospital (TOH) is one of Canada’s largest learning and research multi-campus hospitals. With more than 1,100 beds and approximately 12,000 staff members, we deliver specialized care to the Eastern Ontario region. From the compassion of our people to the relentless pursuit of new discoveries, The Ottawa Hospital never stops seeking solutions to the most complex health-care challenges while continually engaging with the community to support our vision for better patient care. Working together with its research institute, the University of Ottawa, and other partners, the hospital is continually gaining national and international recognition for high-quality patient care, teaching and research, while striving to meet the needs of the culturally diverse community we serve. Position Information Temporary position until approximately November 06, 2026. Rotation/Shifts Days and nights, including weekends, 12 hour shifts.

• For information purposes only - The Hospital reserves the right to change.

Basic Requirements

• Certificate of registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario;
• Ability to perform BCLS to the College of Nurses Standards;
• Demonstrates knowledge of the nursing process and the ability to apply this knowledge in the clinical setting;
• Demonstrates theoretical knowledge of the care of the general patient in the unit and the ability to apply this knowledge in a clinical setting;
• Demonstrates a commitment to continuing education and a willingness to actively participate in departmental education activities;
• Demonstrates the ability to assess the patients learning needs and ability to plan appropriate teaching;
• Demonstrates a respectful attitude to patients, the public and colleagues;
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively in an oral and written format with patients, public, colleagues and other health professional;
• Ability to work autonomously and within the multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment;
• Demonstrates an understanding and a willingness to participate in self-evaluation;
• Proficiency in English and French oral expression (advanced level) and comprehension (advanced level).

Language proficiency requirements are based on the nature of the position and the level of interaction with French- and English-speaking clients. Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years medical surgical experience;
• Current consolidation experience in cardiovascular care;
• Experience with cardiac monitoring / arrhythmia interpretation;
• Recent course in coronary care, critical care or UOHI Cardiac Nursing Series;
• Experience reading and interpreting 12 lead ECG;
• Member of RNAO;
• Member of CCCN.

What You Can Expect From Us The Ottawa Hospital is committed to providing a healthy, safe, and inclusive work environment for everyone. We are driven by our purpose to provide each patient with the world-class care, exceptional service and compassion we would want for our loved ones. We offer an attractive and equitable compensation package including a comprehensive benefits package, a Defined Benefit Pension (DBP) plan, and insurance protection. We also offer discounts from choice providers on a variety of products and services. The Ottawa Hospital provides various Health and Wellness resources as well as opportunities for personal and professional development opportunities from our in-house Learning and Leadership Development team to help align your goals with your career objectives. Please Note Applicants who do not meet the above-noted requirements are eligible to apply for this position and may be considered if there are no other applicants who meet all of the requirements. Applicants who do not meet the above-noted requirements for bilingualism are eligible to apply for this position and may be considered if there are no other applicants who meet all of the requirements. Applicants selected for an interview will be notified of interview results. Interested? Apply today! If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by improving the health of the community, excited by leading-edge medical technology, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient safety as we are, we would like to hear from you. Please submit an on-line application for the position you are interested in. We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. The Ottawa Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive work environment. Candidates are encouraged to request accommodations throughout all stages of the recruitment process. These accommodation requests will be kept confidential. To request an accommodation or if you have any questions regarding accessibility, please contact HRSupport@toh.ca .