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.
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Position Vacancy: Temporary Full Time approx. until January 2027 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
Position: Registered Nurse (ONA)
Position Summary:
The incumbent to this composite position will work across the Children’s Program in both the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and the Inpatient Pediatric unit. Over time, the incumbent will be expected to develop clinical expertise in both areas and grow their skills and knowledge to become a proficient expert-level practitioner in both areas. The composite position is intended to support each of these two units and, due to their additional knowledge and skillset, the incumbent can also be reassigned as needed between the two units in times of unexpected surge or increased acuity. Expectations include the provision of exemplary care that is patient and family focused, and based on current best evidence; provision of education and support to families in a safe, efficient and responsive manner; and collaboration within the multidisciplinary team to support a safe, productive, and respectful working environment.
Position Requirements:
- Valid license with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Recent experience in Neonatal ICU (level II or III). New graduate RNs who have completed their final consolidation in NICU may be considered.
- STABLE or ACORN certification preferred.
- Canadian Nurses Association certification in Neonatal Nursing practice specialty preferred.
- Completion of or significant progress toward completion of a neonatal critical care nursing certification (college certificate or other accredited program) preferred.
- Neonatal critical care education program required to be completed within 2 years of hire (college certificate or other accredited program).
- Current Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) certification mandatory for hire.
Completion of 16 hour breastfeeding course(s) mandatory within 6 months of hire.
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Demonstrated skill in:
- Ability to adapt to changes in care based on best evidence
- Excellent neonatal assessment skills
- Care of the neonate requiring respiratory support - non-invasive and short term invasive ventilation
- Care of infants requiring enteral and parenteral nutrition
- Developmentally supportive care of the at risk neonate
- Neonatal venipuncture and capillary blood sampling
- Care of central lines, intravenous medication administration and fluid management.
Experience with computer based documentation
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Attributes:
- Highly motivated & self-directed
- Respectful, collaborative manner in dealing with patient/families and colleagues
- High level of maturity and professionalism
- Compassionate and understanding
- Strong critical thinking skills
Flexible and able to balance competing priorities
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Application Instructions:
Where applicable, as per the collective agreement, the internal recruitment process will be completed prior to the consideration of external applications.
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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