Job Description

About SickKids

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Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.


When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.


Don't miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world's best in paediatric healthcare.

Position Description

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Join Our Emergency Department Team at SickKids

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of an exceptional team making a difference every day.

Are you an experienced paediatric or emergency nurse with a passion for delivering high-quality care? The Emergency Department at SickKids is currently recruiting outstanding nurses to join us as

Emergency Nurses

. In this vital role, you'll provide compassionate care and support to children and families during times of illness and injury.


When you join SickKids, you are joining a renowned interprofessional care team. We've been recognized as the World's Best paediatric healthcare center, as well as a top 100 Employer in Canada.


Take a glimpse into our team and culture by visiting

Our Kind of Nursing

.

Ready to begin your journey? Apply now to start with us on January 12, 2026!

Comprehensive Orientation & Education Program

To ensure your success in the Emergency Nurse role, we offer a structured and supportive

18-month orientation and education program

, including:

8 weeks of onboarding

, featuring 4 weeks of Emergency Department-specific classroom and small group learning, followed by 4 weeks of preceptorship in the ED.

Emergency Response training

at 6 months.

Code/Trauma Nurse Leader training

after 1 year.

Team Lead and Preceptor development

after 1 year.

Triage Nurse training

at 18 months.

Here's What You'll Get to Do

Develop and implement individualized nursing care plans. Collaborate with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team. Maintain clinical excellence through ongoing education and lifelong learning. Apply evidence-based practices to promote professional accountability. Deliver safe, ethical, and high-quality nursing care. Participate in

paid certification and training programs

, including:

Here's What You'll Need

Essential Requirements

BScN from an approved Baccalaureate Nursing Program. Current registration with the

College of Nurses of Ontario

(General Class) in good standing. Minimum

1 year of clinical nursing experience

in a paediatric and/or emergency setting. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to use your critical thinking, problem-solving and teamwork abilities. Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the principles of equity, diversity and inclusivity.

Preferred Qualifications

Paediatric emergency experience is a strong asset. Previous experience precepting new nurses and nursing students is an asset. Experienced using EPIC an asset.
Additional Competencies of Emergency Department RNs:

Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills in high-pressure situations. Commitment to family-centered care, with sensitivity to diverse backgrounds and needs. Ability to de-escalate challenging situations and support patients in crisis. Demonstrated resilience in complex and demanding situations. Flexibility and adaptability in dynamic workflows. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Interest in mentoring and team development Willingness to participate in quality improvement initiatives and research-based practice. A growth mindset, with openness to feedback and continuous learning. Experience with paediatric assessment tools and/or emergency protocols. Comfort with technology, including electronic health records and patient monitoring systems.

Here's What You'll Love

Enhancing children's health and changing the lives of children and their families every day

Academic and learning environment

with robust 3-month orientation, mentoring programs, and focus on continuous improvement A culture of

safety

for both the patient and staff A focus on

employee wellness

.'Self-care helps us care for others Comprehensive health & dental benefits and HOOPP defined-benefit pension plan A hospital that welcomes and focuses on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion A work environment where you have

flexible

scheduling

, low staff to patient ratios, awards and bursaries Being a part of the expert interprofessional care team driving hospital wide changes and beyond The opportunity to be recognized for nursing excellence awards and recognition programs

Also, check out our Nursing at SickKids page for more information!

Preview the SickKids nursing unit descriptions to learn more about each unit.

Employment Type

Permanent Full-Time (0.8 FTE) + 0.2 NRG

As a member of the

Nursing Resource Group (NRG)

, you'll provide scheduled availability to help manage fluctuations in patient acuity and volume within the Emergency Department.

Our Hiring Process

Please follow the steps outlined below when submitting your application:

Visit the SickKids Careers site and apply to one unit you are most interested in working on. It is easy ' you only need to submit one application! A cover letter is not mandatory but recommended as part of your application. Make sure to indicate your top 3 units of interest in your cover letter and/or in your answers to the application questionnaire to let us know of your other interested units. If you are open to any unit, please let us know. If you are open to any unit, your application could be forwarded to any unit actively hiring*.
If you are selected, you will be contacted for a virtual interview between

October 1

st

- October 31

st

. If you are not selected for this round of interviews, we encourage you to reapply in the future.

Upon receiving a verbal offer, all successful nursing candidates will need to provide 2 supervisory references who can speak to clinical experience.

Nervous about the Application Process?

Charting Your Path to Nursing at SickKids: Resume & Interview Essentials

During this session, candidates will learn SickKids' core values and approach to care, as well as resume and interviewing best practices to engage in before, during, and after the interview. The session will conclude with a dedicated panel discussion and Q&A period, where clinical and HR representatives will share their insights and advice.'
Register in advance for this virtual session and join us on Wednesday

, Sept 17

th

at 13:00

!

Our Commitment to Diversity

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SickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion.

Accessibility & Accommodation

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If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our aSKHR team. SickKids can provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and selection process as well as to ensure candidates are able to perform their duties once successfully hired. If you are invited for an interview and require accommodation, please let us know at the time of your invitation to interview. Information received related to access, inclusion or accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

How To Apply

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Technical difficulties? Email ask.hr@sickkids.ca with a short description of the issues you are experiencing. We will not accept resumes sent to this inbox but we are happy to respond to requests for technical assistance.

Tip:

Combine your cover letter and resume into

ONE

document of 20 pages or less as you cannot upload multiple documents as part of your application.