Registered Nurse, Inpatient Pediatric

Home to seven regional programs and comprehensive health-care services, Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN, pronounced wren) is committed to meeting the current and emerging needs in Waterloo-Wellington and beyond. WRHN is redefining the health-care experience through collaboration and innovation, addressing barriers to access, advancing care delivery, and setting new standards in compassionate, empowered community-driven health care. At WRHN, every patient is at the centre of everything we do as we strive to improve lives, inspire healing, and build healthier, stronger communities.

By listening to patients and partners, we strive to connect communities to the right care, at the right place, and at the right time.

Position Vacancy: In-Patient Pediatrics

Work Type: Temporary Unscheduled Part Time Approx until May 2027

Position: Registered Nurse (ONA)

Location: WRHN @ Midtown

Posting Period:

Position Summary: Provision of exemplary pediatric patient care that is patient and family focused and based on current best evidence. Provision of education and support to patients and their families in a safe, efficient and responsive manner. Collaboration within the multidisciplinary team to support a safe, productive, and respectful working environment.

• Valid license with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• One year of recent experience in acute pediatric nursing. Nurses who have recently graduated who have consolidated in Pediatrics for their final placement will be considered.
• Current BCLS HCP certification
• Completion of a 16hr in-person breastfeeding course mandatory. Course will be required to be completed within 6 months of hire.
• Current PALS Provider status. Applicants not holding PALS provider status may be considered however course will be required to be completed within 6 months of hire.
• Good attendance record

Demonstrated Skill in:

• Care of the neonatal and pediatric patient and family
• Pediatric venipuncture and IV insertion an asset
• Clear communication within a multidisciplinary team
• Computer based documentation
• Care of central lines, intravenous medication administration and fluid management
• Care of pediatric patients with diabetes (type I and II), acute respiratory illnesses requiring non-invasive intervention, acute asthma exacerbations, sepsis, and oncological and hematological diagnoses.
• Critical thinking skills and problem solving under challenging circumstances.

Attributes:

• Highly motivated & self-directed
• Respectful, collaborative manner in dealing with colleagues and patients
• High level of maturity and professionalism
• Compassionate and understanding
• Sound/realistic decision making
• Flexible and able to balance competing priorities
• Reflective practitioner
• Patient and family centered approach to providing care

WRHN is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.

Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. WRHN is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process.

Should you require this accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

International Applicants

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