Registered Nurse - Cardiovascular Surgery and Cardiac Short Stay

Registered Nurse - Cardiovascular Surgery and Cardiac Short Stay

Apply for the Registered Nurse - Cardiovascular Surgery and Cardiac Short Stay role at University Health Network
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University Health Network (UHN) is Canada’s No. 1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and over 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto, offering world‑class care and advanced research in cardiology and many other specialties.

Site:
Toronto General Hospital | Department:
Cardiovascular Surgery and Cardiac Short Stay- 4BW PMB |

Reports to:

Nurse Manager | Status:
Permanent Full‑Time |

Hours:

37.5 per week, 12‑hour shifts, days/night rotation, alternative weekends.

Wage Range: $40.24 – $57.68 per hour (non‑negotiable per collective agreement). Union: ONA. Closing Date:
January 15, 2026.

The unit is a dynamic, fast‑paced 28‑bed inpatient unit focused on cardiovascular surgery, including pyectomy, adult congenital cardiac surgery, transapical aortic valve replacements and ventricular assist device programs. Nurses care for patients with pacemakers, chest tubes, tracheotomies and VADs, and support advanced roles such as telemetry nursing.

• Provide compassionate, collaborative care in accordance with UHN’s Professional Practice Model and the mission/vision of nursing.
• Practice consistently with professional and ethical standards set by the College of Nurses of Ontario and UHN policies.
• Engage in lifelong learning through continuing education and professional development.
• Perform reflective practice, evaluate nursing knowledge, and modify practice to improve quality of care.
• Complete cross‑functional responsibilities as required.

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (B.C.L.S.) certification.
• Minimum 1 year of nursing experience; cardiac surgery experience preferred.
• Evidence of ongoing education in cardiac nursing and involvement in professional associations.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organization and time‑management skills.
• Flexible and capable of working within diverse patient care teams.
• B.Sc.N. preferred.

UHN offers competitive benefits, access to the Health of Ontario Pension Plan, flexible work environment, development opportunities, and numerous corporate perks.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date. Criminal Record Check may be required. UHN is an equal opportunity employer.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.