Registered Nurse - Cardiac Device Clinic & Pacemaker​/ICD Surgery

Your Opportunity:

The Cardiac Device Clinic and Implant OR offers an exciting opportunity within the outpatient clinic setting, as well as in the Pacemaker/ICD Surgery Operating Room where you will assist with the implantation of cardiac devices. Duties include but are not limited to pre and peri-operative nursing care; input on device selection options with physicians, device testing/troubleshooting, comprehensive cardiac device assessments, monitoring/evaluating the effectiveness of medical interventions/lifestyle changes for patients seen in clinic as well as via telephone follow-up, addressing patient concerns, presenting clinical findings to physicians, and helping to schedule OR activity.

Excellent teamwork, communication and computer skills required. With continual advancements in pacemaker therapies, the incumbent must be adaptable and committed to reviewing available resources to maintain competency in the area. Physical demands of the job include standing for extended periods of time while wearing lead, pushing/pulling/transporting more than 75 lbs on a regular basis, repetitive motions such as typing and phone usage, and lifting/bending/reaching.

Although RN's in this setting work in close collaboration with the Cardiologist, independence and self-direction are key. Experience working in a Pacemaker clinic, navigating Connect Care, and a focus on adult health education is an asset. Strong knowledge base of the cardiovascular system, heart rhythm strip analysis (12 Lead ECG), and cardiac patient management is essential. The successful applicant will be expected to work collaboratively within the team of RN's, cardiology technologists, physicians, CNE's, and other support staff and to participate in quality improvement initiatives at the front line to support and maintain high quality patient care.

Description:

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will provide a wide variety of nursing services to patients, families, communities and populations, while taking necessary steps to ensure their safety and well-being. In your role, you will utilize nursing processes, through critical thinking, problem solving and decision making, as well as teach, counsel and advocate on behalf of patients and their families. You will play a leadership role in supporting an integrated and holistic approach to patient care, health promotion and maintenance.

You will provide safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS.

PLEASE NOTE:

Provisional Permit holders will be paid $ - $ per hour. Upon obtaining a full licence, the rate of pay will be adjusted to the applicable Registered Nurse rate in accordance with UNA Article or (ii) as applicable.

Completion of an accredited nursing education program. Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP) certification. If you have not practiced as a Registered Nurse within the past five (5) years, completion of the following free courses is required prior to employment: CRNA Medication Management (Chapters 1-4):
NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification:

Outpatient Connect Care familiarity an asset. Perioperative experience an asset. Basic computer skills are preferred. Demonstrated reliability preferred. Strong understanding of adult teaching principles preferred. Able to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.