Registered Nurse- Diagnostic Imaging and Interventional Radiology Next Job Apply for Job Job ID 22157 Location Toronto, Ontario Min. to Max. Hourly Rate $40.24 - $57.68 *Compensation commensurate with experience Dept/Program Name MR Support Target Openings 2 Work Type In Person Hours of Work 18.75 FTE 0.50 Contract Length Level of Police Check Vulnerable Sector Check Date Posted 2025-03-17 Deadline to Apply 2025-07-28 Add to My Favorite Jobs Email this Job **About SickKids** Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built – nor could it be maintained – without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice. When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of _Healthier Children. A Better World_ . Don’t miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world’s best in paediatric healthcare. **Position Description** Nurses at SickKids are leaders who influence and deliver the best in family-centered care. Our nurses respect the diversity of the community we serve and the uniqueness of each child and family. Nurses at SickKids improve the lives of children around the world every day. The role of the **Diagnostic Imaging and Interventional Radiology RN** is dynamic and challenging. DIR nurses carry out their duties in a high paced technological environment, providing care to children experiencing a wide variety of complex health issues so that the health care team may work toward optimizing timely diagnosis and treatment. Nursing in Diagnostic Imaging and Interventional Radiology (DIR) requires an advanced skill set and specialized knowledge of pediatric anatomy and physiology with a specific focus on the pediatric airway and respiratory system. **Here's What You'll Love** + Interprofessional Collaboration - The DI nurses work with a high level of autonomy within the multi-disciplinary group of radiologists, technologists, anesthetists, and nurses. + Continued Learning- lifelong learning is encouraged through internal programs as well as through external means like academic and conference support. + Professional Development- we encourage participation in nursing practice committees, departmental research as well as preceptorship and mentorship programs. **Here's What You'll Get to do** + Develop and implement a nursing plan of care in collaboration with the child/family and interdisciplinary team for the patient receiving oral sedation and/or general anesthesia. + Conduct comprehensive health assessments of patients undergoing non-invasive diagnostic procedures in CT and MRI departments. + Assist anesthesia staff in the preparation, induction, monitoring, and recovery of patients who require general anesthesia. + Perform intravenous insertions and contrast administration. + Maintain clinical competence and knowledge base through continued education and life-long learning. + Utilize evidenced-based practice as a base in the promotion of professional accountability. **Here's What You'll Need** + Graduate of an approved Baccalaureate Nursing Program. + Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse in good standing. + Experience in pediatric nursing considered a strong an asset. + Previous nursing/clinical experience in NICU/PICU and PACU is an asset. + Certification of Intravenous Initiation is an asset. + Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. + Demonstrated ability to use your critical thinking, problem-solving and teamwork abilities. + A commitment to understanding and aiding in the pursuit of equity, diversity & inclusion. **Employment Type:** Permanent Part Time (Weekends, Evenings) **Our Commitment to Diversity** The children and families we care for are from a variety of communities, and so are our employees. We welcome and encourage everyone to join our organization and be part of our team. When requested, SickKids will provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and assessment process. Information received related to access or inclusion will be addressed confidentially. Thank you for your interest in joining SickKids. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with our Hospital policy, employment at SickKids is conditional upon the Hospital's receipt of all necessary documentation. **How to Apply** **Tip:** Combine your cover letter and resume into **ONE** document of 20 pages or less as you cannot upload multiple documents as part of your application. If you are still experiencing technical difficulties please email ask.hr@sickkids.ca to send us a short description of the issues you are experiencing. 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