Compensation Pay Range:
$41.15-$58.98
Job Description:
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Ottawa is built on un-ceded Algonquin Anishinaabe territory. The peoples of the Algonquin Anishinabek Nation have lived on this territory for millennia and we honour them and this land. Their culture and presence have nurtured and continue to nurture this land. CHEO also honours all First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples and their valuable past and present contributions to this land.
CHEO is one of the few stand-alone, global leaders in pediatric health and is home to more than 6,500 staff, clinicians, scientists and researchers, as well as volunteers – all of whom work together to help children and youth achieve their best lives. Within its own walls and through partnerships with community providers, CHEO has transformed from a 20th century acute care hospital into a 21st century integrated child and youth health system.
Ranked in the top 1% of Canadian hospitals for the digitization of its clinical infrastructure, CHEO combines excellence in clinical care, research, and education to advance seamless care that’s provided where, when, and how it is needed. CHEO’s Research Institute is dedicated to world-class clinical, translational, and basic science research covering a wide range of children’s health concerns. CHEO has been named Canada’s best health-care employer by Forbes in 2024, 2025 and 2026 and is ranked second among Canadian hospitals on its list of Canada’s Best Employers for multiple consecutive years. For the 14th consecutive year in a row, the editors of Canada's Top 100 Employers has recognized CHEO as a top employer in the National Capital Region. Every year CHEO helps more than 500,000 children and youth from Eastern Ontario, western Quebec, Nunavut and Northern Ontario.
POSITION SUMMARY
In keeping with the mission statement of the hospital and the nursing department, the Registered Nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care for individual patients and families living with type 1 diabetes and may be on or transitioning to insulin pump therapy. The nurse assigned to this position is required to function independently and as a member of the Diabetes team in order to provide family focused and evidence-based nursing practice.
DUTIES INCLUDE
The primary responsibility of this position is as a Diabetes Nurse Educator and for the insulin pump program. Other duties include telephone counselling for families, extensive teaching of families and other health care professionals, participation in all clinical activities, participation in research and continuous learning to develop expertise in the specialty. The RN will also be involved in the development of electronic and educational resources for diabetes care and the insulin pump program.
QUALIFICATIONS
Vulnerable Sector Check (Essential)
Current Certification of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (Essential)
Bilingualism (English/French) (Essential)
BScN (current or in progress) (Essential)
Minimum two years Diabetes Paediatric experience (Preferred)
Certified Diabetes Educator (in progress or ability to achieve within one year) (Essential)
Certified insulin pump trainer (Essential)
Excellent interpersonal skills (Essential)
Strong teaching skills (Essential)
Demonstrated professionalism and interest in self development (Essential)
Demonstrated strong family centered care skills (Essential)
Ambulatory Care experience (Preferred)
Advanced computer skills (Excel, Word, Epic, pump and meter downloads) (Preferred)
- Please note you will be represented by the Ontario Nurses Association, (ONA).
Effective March 29, 2021, CHEO will conduct a more comprehensive pre-screening and evaluation process. This process may include more varied and multidimensional testing such as a written test, practical exam, or other assessment. All candidates who meet the essential and preferred qualifications may be tested.
Bilingualism (French/English) will be validated by a language proficiency assessment conducted by a third party provider. Candidates will be required to meet the minimum linguistic profile prior to the date of hire.
Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
We thank all those who apply, however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
Please note you will be represented by the Ontario Nurses Association Union (ONA).
Bilingualism (French/English) will be validated by a language proficiency assessment conducted by a third party provider. Candidates will be required to meet the minimum linguistic profile prior to the date of hire.
CHEO values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process and welcome interest from all qualified applicants.
Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
We thank all those who apply, however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
