Pediatric Surgical Registered Nurse

4 weeks ago

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada Hamilton Health Sciences Full time

Unit Overview

Step into a role that offers numerous opportunities for growth and development. As a leading healthcare provider in Ontario, we deliver advanced medical services to individuals of all ages throughout the province. Our organization prides itself on fostering career advancement, offering professional development courses, and encouraging leadership skills among our staff. We are the largest employer in the Hamilton region, playing a crucial role in the education of future healthcare professionals in partnership with esteemed institutions.

McMaster Children's Hospital, situated in Hamilton, is recognized as the second largest pediatric hospital in Canada. We feature the most rapidly expanding emergency department dedicated to children in Ontario, alongside one of the country's most sophisticated neonatal intensive care units. Our facility offers a variety of specialized programs and clinics focusing on pediatric oncology, gastrointestinal disorders, and mental health.

Position Overview

The Pediatric Inpatient Surgical Care Unit at McMaster Children's Hospital provides acute tertiary and specialized surgical services to children. This unit is dedicated to creating a supportive and nurturing environment for our nursing staff, emphasizing their professional growth and development. Our team is committed to cultivating a community of specialized pediatric surgical nurses capable of delivering exceptional care to our patients.

As an integral member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, the Registered Nurse will utilize their clinical expertise in pediatric conditions requiring surgical intervention to deliver comprehensive nursing care to children aged 0-17 years, adhering to the practice standards and guidelines established by the regulatory body. Nurses will benefit from a thorough onsite orientation program, facilitated by experienced healthcare professionals, designed to enhance their surgical knowledge and instill confidence in caring for pediatric patients.

Work Schedule

12-hour shifts, rotating, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

  • Current Certificate of Registration with the regulatory body as a Registered Nurse.
  • Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
  • Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization (PEARS) certification preferred or willingness to obtain within six months of hire.
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification preferred.
  • A minimum of 2 years of recent nursing experience in a tertiary pediatric hospital is preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of pediatric illnesses, symptoms, and relevant interventions.
  • Demonstrated clinical expertise in pediatric psychosocial assessments, growth and development, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
  • Ability to act as a community liaison and provide access to support for children and families.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Knowledge and skills to provide health education for pediatric patients and their families, tailored to the clinic population's needs.

As a condition of employment, proof of full COVID-19 vaccination is required.

Our organization promotes a culture of safety for both patients and staff, guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Code of Conduct. We are a teaching hospital, and all staff members are expected to support students and other learners.

This opportunity is open to all qualified applicants, with internal candidates being prioritized. Past performance will be considered in the selection process.

Proficiency in both official languages, French and English, is considered an asset.

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