Job Description

As a member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, the RN will apply their clinical expertise of pediatric diseases requiring surgical management to provide comprehensive nursing care to children 0-17 years as outlined within the practice standards and guidelines by the College of Nurses of Ontario.

Qualifications

1. Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse
2. Minimum of 2 years recent nursing experience (within the last 3 years) in a tertiary pediatric hospital
3. Current BCLS certification
4. PEARS (Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization), PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) Certificate preferred
5. Sound knowledge of pediatric illnesses, symptoms and related interventions
6. Demonstration of clinical expertise in pediatric psychosocial assessments, pediatric growth and development, critical thinking and problem solving
7. Demonstration and knowledge in the role of community liaison and access to supports for the children and families
8. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
9. Demonstrated ability to be self-directed and also collaborative with a multidisciplinary team
10. Knowledge, skill and ability to provide health teaching for pediatric patients and their families, specific to the needs of the clinic population

As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of full COVID-19 vaccination to Employee Health Services.

Hamilton Health Sciences