RN Cardiac Intensive Care Unit

The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42/Hr. - CAD $55.91/Hr.

Advance Your Career at Providence Health Care!

We acknowledge that Providence Health Care & the new St. Paul’s Hospital site is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

 

As a Staff Nurse, you'll be at the forefront of patient care, working collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team to ensure patients/residents receive comprehensive support. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assess patients' physical, social, spiritual, and psychological needs.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans.
• Incorporate teaching into care plans to educate patients and families.
• Make referrals to resources as needed.
• Support fellow healthcare professionals.
• Operate within the framework of Providence Health Care's mission, vision, and values.

Education:

• Current practicing registration as a BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM)
• Completion of a post graduate critical care course or one year of recent critical care experience

Skills and Abilities:

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to deal with others effectively.
• Physical capability to perform the duties of the position.
• Organizational skills to manage work effectively.
• Proficiency in operating related equipment.

• State-of-the-art facilities: The new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will be the most innovative approach to the delivery of integrated care in B.C. and Canada, designed to appropriately address the future health needs of patients, families and our communities. From hospital care to primary and community health solutions, the new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will continue to lead innovations in care, research, and teaching. The new St. Paul’s Hospital is expected to open in 2027.
• A competitive salary: $41.42-$55.91 CAD
• Inclusive culture: We respect the diversity, dignity and interdependence of all persons. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population of patients and residents.
• Nurse to Patient Ratios: 1:2
• Exciting Opportunity for Critical Care Nurses! St. Paul’s Hospital is offering signing bonuses of up to $15,000 for eligible nurses. If you’re new to B.C.’s public health system or considering a return, this is your chance to join a dedicated team and make a significant impact. Apply today and start your rewarding career with us!

The Heart Centre at St. Paul’s is BC’s only referral centre for the most complex cardiac cases and is a leader in cardiac obstetrics, heart rhythm services and heart valve procedures. In addition, St. Paul’s is the only hospital in BC to perform adult heart transplants and holds expertise in all forms of heart disease.

The Cardiac ICU (CICU): is a ward specialized for critically ill patients whose main concern is of a cardiac nature. CICU offers care of patients with heart attacks, unstable angina, cardiac dysrhythmia and various other cardiac conditions that require continuous monitoring and treatment. The Cardiac intensive care unit cares for ischemic heart disease patients as well as other severe heart disease. Furthermore, the patients in the CICU often have various complications such as respiratory failure and renal failure.

 

Join the Heart Center team at St. Paul’s Hospital in the heart of Vancouver and receive a signing bonus of up to $15,000! If you’re new to B.C.’s public health system or returning to it, this is the perfect opportunity to make a difference. Apply now and be part of a dynamic and supportive team.

 

Your Day to Day:

• Conduct thorough patient/resident assessments through chart reviews, observations, interviews, and collaboration with peers.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate nursing care plans based on evidence-based practices, prioritizing patient/resident needs.
• Adhere to established policies, procedures, and PHC standards while providing high-quality nursing care.
• Monitor patient/resident progress, evaluate outcomes, and adjust care plans as needed for optimal results.
• Maintain accurate records of assessments, care plans, patient/resident status, and discharge plans using manual and computerized systems.
• Identify and address patient/resident and family learning needs, providing education and referrals as necessary.
• Provide direction to staff, promote teamwork, and share clinical knowledge to enhance patient care.
• Support nursing research initiatives and contribute to the improvement of patient/resident care policies and procedures.
• Advocate for patients/residents' rights and dignity, facilitate discharge plans, and collaborate with families and community resources.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the healthcare team.

Join Us and Transform Your Healthcare Career!

Apply today to seize this unique opportunity to specialize and advance your nursing career within a supportive and growth-oriented environment. Be a part of our journey as we approach the grand opening of our new hospital, where you will play a key role in shaping the future of healthcare.