Registered Nurse - Pacemaker Clinic

Registered Nurse - Pacemaker Clinic - (11533)

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Job Type

Casual Relief

1

Organizational Department

Employee Group

ONA

Location

Mount Sinai Hospital Campus - Toronto, ON M5G 1X5 CA (Primary)

Travel Requirement

Hours (subject to change)

Extended Tours & Rotating Shifts

Salary Scale

Job Description

To support us on our journey, Sinai Health is looking for a Registered Nurse (RN) to support the Pacemaker Clinic. The role is located at our Mount Sinai Hospital Campus..

Position Summary: The RN has a specialty-based focus that supports the nursing clinical management of cardiac patients with rhythm disturbances. You will be part of a team applying nursing knowledge-based practice for the care of cardiac patients with implanted devices

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• To perform cardiac device checks and programming/ to interrogate, interpret and reprogram cardiac devices (pacemakers, biventricular pacemakers and defibrillators)
• Cardiac arrhythmia interpretation Arranging new pacemaker implantations and pulse generator replacements
• Planning and scheduling of procedures in coordination with the implanting nursing and medical team, initial communications with potential recipients of devices and their families
• Practicing within the RN scope, uses and demonstrates a comprehensive theoretical knowledge base clinical competence in triaging, assessing and supporting cardiac patients referred to the pacemaker clinic
• Collects and interprets data about the health of the patient in order to implement appropriate plans for care in collaboration with the medical team
• Supports patients and families through education regarding illnesses, diagnostic tests, treatment and support services
• Consults with health care professionals in the management of discharged patients, arranging follow-up in the ambulatory clinic and promoting continuity
• Provides telephone contact with patients, families and caregivers as needed
• Develops and maintains standards of nursing practice and management of patient care Interprets and fosters the philosophy, goals and standards of the Department of Nursing Participates in research activities and initiating and implementing evidence based practice to support outpatient practices
• Participates in corporate education and professional development activities/programs; performing activities to further develop and strengthen the profession of nursing
• Promotes and supports the maintenance of a safe patient care and work environment from a practice perspective
• Collaborates with the leadership team in creating a positive work environment Performs other duties consistent with the job classification, as required

• Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in cardiac device checks and programming Proficiency in the interrogation, testing and programming of pacemakers in common use in Ontario
• Previous Pacemaker Clinic experience an asset Participate in continuing educational opportunities to keep current with evidence-based practice guidelines and new developments in the field of pacing
• Working knowledge in the interpretation of ECG’s of patients with pacemaker.
• Member of RNAO or other professional associations / organizations relevant to the role BCLS required Cardiology certification from Canadian Nurses Association (preferred).
• Expertise in comprehensive cardiac nursing assessment Expertise in the use and interpretation of pacemaker programming and diagnostic abilities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Organizational and time management skills with the proven ability to manage competing demands
• Strong decision making, problem recognition, problem solving, negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Demonstrated commitment to collaborative practice Ability to work independently and efficiently in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated satisfactory work performance and attendance history.

7/2/2024

Posting Deadline

8/1/2024

All applications must be submitted by no later than 4:00pm of the posting deadline date.

Employment at Sinai Health is conditional upon the verification of credentials, completion of a health review, and demonstrating proof of immunity and vaccination status of vaccine-preventable diseases. All employees and affiliates will follow safe work practices and comply with health and safety policies, procedures, and training.

To ensure the safety and wellbeing of all our people and patients, Sinai Health has made it a priority to support everyone in getting vaccinated against COVID-19. Consistent with this, our Staff Immunization & Surveillance Policy was recently updated to include the requirement for full vaccination – currently defined as receiving two doses and serving a 14-day waiting period following the second dose – in order to be able to work at Sinai Health. To be compliant with our updated Policy, you must provide proof of dual COVID-19 vaccination, as indicated on the Prospective Immunization and Surveillance Policy Information Sheet, in order to be eligible for employment at Sinai Health. If you believe you are one of the very few people who may require an exemption from vaccination, supporting medical information must be submitted to our Occupational Health department, who will review and assess.

Sinai Health is a scent sensitive environment; please refrain from wearing or using scented products while visiting or working at any Sinai Health site.

Sinai Health is a leading academic health science centre with a provincial, national, and international reputation for discovering and delivering life-changing care. Since 2015, we have provided excellent and compassionate care in hospital, community, and home. Comprised of Mount Sinai Hospital, Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital, the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute, and our system partner Circle of Care, we translate scientific breakthroughs, push boundaries for health solutions, and educate future clinical and scientific leaders.

Sinai Health is fully committed to a culture of belonging and an inclusive environment that attracts and retains a diverse workforce, at all levels of the organization, that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from racialized persons, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, and those from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let us know through the Accommodation Phone Line at 416-586-4800 ext. 7050, or email [email protected] .