Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Job Information Company: IWK Health Req ID: 219165 Department/Program: Emergency Department , Children's Surgical, Emergency and Rehabilitation Location: Halifax Type of Employment: Temporary Hourly FT long-assignment (100% FTE) until 07/13/2027 x 1 position(s) Start Date: 07/01/2026 Union Status: NSNU Nursing , Nursing Bargaining Unit Compensation: $40.5534 - $51.7412 per hour Closing Date: April 13, 2026 Click here to apply as an internal applicant. The Opportunity Reporting to the Manager of the Emergency Department, the Registered Nurse (RN) is a member of an interdisciplinary care team, providing holistic, comprehensive evidence‑based care to meet the needs of individuals, families and/or communities. The RN provides leadership in nursing assessment, and the planning, implementation and evaluation of patient/family care for the purpose of promoting, maintaining or restoring health, preventing illness, injury, and disability or supporting a peaceful death.

The RN provides care in collaboration with the patient and family, other nurses and health team members throughout all stages of health and complexities of illness. The RN builds professional relationships with other nurses and health team members to support the work of a strong interprofessional team and provision of quality patient/family care. The RN ensures the goals and needs of the patients and families are prioritized and individualized, using nursing knowledge, critical thinking and clinical judgment.

The RN engages in independent, interdependent and dependent functions to provide healthcare focusing on comprehensive assessment, patient/family education, and coordination of care. The RN helps to build our reputation for excellence in the Maritime community, contributing to a sustainable health care system through formal and informal partnerships. The RN pursues excellence in care, teaching and research through a spirit of inquiry, discovery and innovation, leveraging our reputation and influence to advocate for health.

The RN practices according to the Canadian Nurses Association Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses, the Nova Scotia College of Nursing Standards of Nursing Practice, specialty standards as applicable and the policies and procedures of the IWK. Hours of Work Rotational, 24/7, 7.5 to 11.25 hour shifts Your Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required (candidates with commensurate experience and education will be considered). Registered, or eligible to be registered, with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing (NSCN) required.

Current successful completion of a Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada Basic Life Support Level (BLS) Program within the last 12 months, or successful completion of a BLS Renewal Challenge Certificate, required. Minimum two (2) years pediatric nursing or two (2) years Emergency Care experience required. PALS and TNCC Trauma Course required within one year.

ACLS an asset. CNA Certification in Emergency or Critical Care Nursing an asset. Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team.

Demonstrated critical thinking skills, including clinical judgment, problem‑solving skills and strong decision‑making ability. Demonstrated strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills with patients, families and colleagues. Competencies in other languages an asset.

In the event that no candidates meet the specific two‑year requirement, consideration may be given to applicants with a minimum of three (3) years of general registered nursing experience. We welcome all interested persons who self‑identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotians, Persons of Colour, Immigrants/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply to support our goal for our workforce to be representative of the patients, families, and communities that we care for at all job levels. This is a Nursing bargaining unit position.

Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position. An offer of employment is conditional upon the completion and satisfactory results of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials.

Please note that we only contact applicants selected for interview/testing. If we invite you to participate in an assessment process (such as an interview or testing) you have the right to request accommodation. Please discuss your needs when invited to the assessment process.

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