Pediatric Nurse - RN

ParaMed; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental

Mobile device

Mileage reimbursement

Career growth

Job summary

ParaMed is seeking an experienced Pediatric Nurse for a full‑time replacement role serving patients in the Waterloo Region. The position involves traveling to patient residences, delivering care from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

on weekdays, with one on‑call evening per week and regular weekend on‑call rotations. Responsibilities include assessing pediatric patients, executing care plans, and maintaining up‑to‑date records while building trust with families.

Qualifications

• Registration with the CNO in good standing.
• Experience in Pediatric care is mandatory.
• Experience in delivering community care is an asset.
• Clinical skills in gastric feed, tracheostomy, and ventilation care are strongly preferred.
• Reliability and flexibility for on‑call and travel within Waterloo Region.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients using appropriate tools and monitor care plans.
• Execute and update care plans and ensure documentation is current.
• Engage patients and families to build rapport and trust.
• Travel to patient residences within the designated area as required.

Skills

Pediatric care

Tracheostomy care

Ventilation care

Gastric feeding

Assessment skills

Travel-ready

Education

CNO registered nurse

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Job DescriptionThis is a replacement vacancy.In this nursing role, as a Pediatric Nurse you will have scheduled shifts to care for patients in a school setting. You will work with patients within pediatric ages with differing complexity of care needs and play a key role in helping patients remain comfortable.This is a Full-Time position, requires travel anywhere within the Waterloo Region.Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.One evening on-call shift per week: 4:30 p.m. – 8:00 a.m.Regular weekend on-call rotation: Friday at 4:30 p.m. – Monday at 8:00 a.m.Care for pediatric patients with varying levels of medical complexity, including palliative careHPC training courses requiredWhy you’ll love working here:Autonomy, independence, and a work-life balanceSupportive team of peer nurses and supervisorsOpportunity to develop long term therapeutic relationships with patientsBest in class training and development programs, including a comprehensive clinical orientation and hands-on skills labsCelebration and Recognition programsComprehensive health and dental benefit plansCompany paid mobile devicesMileage compensationOpportunities for career advancementEmployee perks and exclusive offersWhat you’ll do:Using appropriate assessment tools/techniques to assess patients’ individualized needsExecuting and continuously monitor care plansEngaging patients using a collaborative approach by building rapport and trustMaintaining and update professional patient records related to patient encounters and plansWhat you bring:Registration with the CNO as a Nurse in good standingValid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is requiredExperience in Pediatric care is mandatoryExperience in delivering community care is an assetClinical skills in gastric feed, tracheostomy, and ventilation care strongly preferredReliability and flexibilityWillingness to travel to and from patient residences within a designated areaPassion for making a difference in your communityRequired on-call coverage, including after hours to ensure patient safety and to meet patient care needsWhen you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.We are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive hiring process. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.Time TypeFull timeCompensation Details$31.66 - $36.39ParaMed is Canada's leading provider of home health care services, driven by a mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. Our dedicated team of skilled professionals delivers a wide range of services to meet the full care spectrum of care needs including high-quality nursing, therapeutic, personal support and home support. We work hand-in-hand with health system partners to deliver personalized and coordinated care, support independent living and relieve capacity pressures on hospitals. Today, our national reach enables expanded access to care in homes and communities across Canada, allowing us to support more people in more places than ever before.We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.ParaMed is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.ParaMed is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at [e-mail] acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.