Job Description

Job ID:

23016

Deadline to Apply:

2025-09-21

Target Openings:

1

Annualized Hiring Range:

$96,846 - $133,155 *Compensation commensurate with experience

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Trainee - APN Intern

Choosing to work for The Hospital for Sick Children means that you've chosen more than a job, you've chosen a career where you can have a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families every day. Our staff are our greatest strength, and SickKids works hard to provide a supportive working environment where Advanced Practice Nurses (APNs) can perform their best work possible. Working in collaboration with the interdisciplinary Health Care team, APN Interns at SickKids can build expertise and leadership in the areas of:


Clinical Practice Education, Mentorship, and Research Leadership and Organizational & Systems Management

SickKids is recognized as one of the world's foremost paediatric health-care institutions and is Canada's leading centre dedicated to advancing children's health. The Neonatology Program is recruiting candidates to practice as future Neonatal Nurse Practitioners through entry into the

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) Trainee Program

as an APN Intern.

Successful candidates would be required to complete a Post-Master Neonatal Nurse Practitioner education program or a Master of Nursing - Neonatal Nurse Practitioner program.

As a future Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) (1.0 FTE Permanent)

, you will provide leadership and promote inter-professional excellence and collaboration in family-centred care within the five main role components of expert practice, education, consultation, research, and leadership/change agency in a dynamic clinical environment.

Here's What You'll Do

Provide comprehensive health care for critically ill newborns and their families within the NICU Integrate nursing and medical knowledge and skills within a broad scope of advanced nursing practice Foster interprofessional collaboration in the coordination of plans of care Provide relevant health education to families that is based on their needs Provide leadership in planning for successful transition of infants leaving NICU (within SickKids, as well as to referral community hospitals) Identify and link to services and resources in community, assist with acquiring specialized medical care for infants in the program, and participate/lead in planning for transition of care. Provide specialty consultation regarding neonatal care for teams within and outside of the hospital Provide leadership in advancing clinical practice and the provision of safe, high-quality family-centred care Provide mentorship and coaching to support the development of nursing and interprofessional colleagues Identify, integrate, and evaluate research-based innovations for improving patient care Create, utilize and/or disseminate new knowledge using formal and informal channels

Here's What You'll Need

Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive neonatal intensive care nursing experience Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario with general class in good standing Successful candidates must secure enrolment in a Post-Master or Master of Nursing - Neonatal Nurse Practitioner education program Eligibility for registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario within the RN - Extended Class Leadership experience at the bedside and/or unit level Ability to act as a change agent, and foster teamwork and consensus-building Innovative critical thinking with excellent communication and problem-solving skills Knowledge of theoretical and conceptual frameworks and their practical application Demonstrate commitment and actions in advancing equity, diversity and inclusion objectives

Here's What You'll Love

This position is eligible for employee benefits coverage including but not limited to; health, dental and life insurance. The full benefits package will be discussed at the time of offer. A focus on employee wellness with our new Staff Health and Well-being Strategy. Self-care helps us support others. A hospital that welcomes and focuses on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. The opportunity to make an impact. Regardless of your role or professional interest, you will be making a difference at SickKids and contributing to our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World*.


For more on why you'll love working at SickKids, visit our careers site.

Employment type

Full-time, Permanent (37.5 hours per week / 1.0 FTE)

To apply, please visit The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) website:



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