Neonatal & Pediatric Nursing Specialist

Island Health; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Canada is seeking a Registered Nurse for the NICU/Pediatrics unit. The role involves planning and delivering direct nursing care to patients, ensuring safety and compliance with standards. Candidates must have a nursing specialty, CPR and NRP certifications, and at least two years of acute pediatric experience. This position emphasizes effective communication and the ability to work collaboratively in a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.
• At least two (2) years recent acute Pediatric experience.
• Knowledge of physiology and psychology of children aged newborn to 16 years.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide direct nursing care to patients in the hospital.
• Adhere to unit/program philosophy, competency guidelines, and policies.
• Ensure patient and staff safety.

Skills

Effective communication

Workload organization

Interpersonal skills

Physical ability

Education

Graduated from a recognized neo-natal nursing specialty program

Current CPR Basic Rescuer certification

Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification

Job description

A healthcare organization in Canada is seeking a Registered Nurse for the NICU/Pediatrics unit. The role involves planning and delivering direct nursing care to patients, ensuring safety and compliance with standards. Candidates must have a nursing specialty, CPR and NRP certifications, and at least two years of acute pediatric experience. This position emphasizes effective communication and the ability to work collaboratively in a healthcare setting.