• Current certificate of competence as Registered Nurse (RN) from the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Program of study must have included physical assessment or must provide proof of post graduate completion of this course
• Basic cardiac life support certification
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Recent experience and ability in cardiac rhythm interpretation, pressure monitoring, airway management and ventilator care
• Demonstrated knowledge of the nursing care planning process and evidence of the ability to utilize problem solving and critical thinking techniques effectively in an ICU setting
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and with respect in an oral and written format with patients, public, colleagues and other health disciplines
• Demonstrated and proven ability to work in a collaborative care model with all members of the health care team
• Demonstrated ability to perform well in critical and high stress situations
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of the College of Nurses standards of practice
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing education activities supporting ongoing professional learning in nursing
• Demonstrated ability to apply basic computer skills
• Demonstrated commitment to patient safety
• Must have demonstrated ability to meet the attendance standards of the Hospital
• Bilingualism is an asset
• The successful applicants will be required to complete the following certifications:

• ACLS (if not already current)

Preference will be given to candidates with Critical Care Certificate or CNA Certification in Critical Care Nursing or completion of an in-hospital extended critical care learning program (curriculum to be reviewed at time of hire) and LEAN Yellow Belt training.
*** For applicants interested that do not meet the requirements, consideration will be given to those that are willing to participate in the Intensive Care Unit Mentorship Program.