Advance Practice Nurse Intern

Description:

The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), one of the world’s leading paediatric healthcare centres, is seeking dedicated candidates for the Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Trainee Program through the Advance Practice Nurse (APN) Intern role. SickKids is renowned for integrating healthcare, research, and education to improve child health globally. By joining SickKids, you become part of a community committed to the vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.

The APN Intern will train as a future Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) and develop expertise in clinical practice, education, mentorship, research, leadership, and organizational management. Successful candidates are required to complete a Post-Master Neonatal Nurse Practitioner or Master of Nursing - Neonatal Nurse Practitioner education program.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive health care for critically ill newborns and their families within the NICU.

• Integrate nursing and medical knowledge within a broad scope of advanced nursing practice.

• Foster interprofessional collaboration in care planning.

• Provide family-centered health education tailored to specific needs.

• Lead planning for successful NICU discharge and transitions to community hospitals.

• Identify and connect families with relevant community services and specialized care.

• Offer specialty consultation on neonatal care within and outside the hospital.

• Promote high-quality, safe, and evidence-based clinical practice.

• Mentor and coach nursing and interprofessional colleagues.

• Evaluate and implement research-based innovations to improve patient care.

• Disseminate new knowledge through formal and informal channels.

Required Strengths and Skills:

• Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (general class, good standing).

• Eligibility for RN-Extended Class registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.

• Leadership experience at bedside and/or unit level.

• Strong critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to act as a change agent and foster teamwork and consensus-building.

• Knowledge of theoretical and conceptual frameworks with practical application.

• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in healthcare practice.

• Must secure enrolment in a Post-Master or Master of Nursing - Neonatal Nurse Practitioner program.

Benefits:

• Employee benefits coverage including health, dental, and life insurance.

• Focus on staff wellness through the Staff Health and Well-being Strategy.

• Inclusive workplace with a strong focus on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.

• Opportunity to make meaningful impact on the lives of children and families.