JOB POSTING
Charge Nurse
Contract – Full time 1 Year LOA Coverage
Pickering College is more than a place to teach - it’s a vibrant community where educators grow, collaborate, and inspire. As Canada’s only Quaker-founded independent day and boarding school for JK to Grade 12, we provide a dynamic environment that empowers teachers to bring learning to life and make a lasting difference for students and the wider world.
Guided by the Quaker values of Simplicity, Peace, Integrity, Community, Equality, and Stewardship, our culture is built on purpose, respect, and collaboration. These principles shape not only the student experience but also the workplace setting, creating a supportive environment where educators thrive both personally and professionally.
We are currently recruiting a full-time LOA replacement Charge Nurse for the Health Centre. The ideal candidate is a Registered Nurse, with previous nursing experience in a school, camp or instructional environment. The incumbent will be part of a team of nurses who oversee the Health Centre day-to-day activities as well as respond to emergencies as needed and provide on call coverage. The environment is fast paced and requires an individual who is capable of multi-tasking and prioritizing while maintaining an excellent rapport with all constituents.
Major responsibilities include administration of medication and vaccines, monitoring and assessing needs of students and staff, scheduling outside appointments as required, developing care plans to support student recovery from illness or injury, communicating with parents and caregivers, and administrative functions within the Health Centre (appointment booking and follow ups etc.). This is a stand-alone role responsible for the day-to-day operations within the Health Centre interacting with staff, students and parents. This role supervises the part-time registered nursing staff. The Charge Nurse reports to the Executive Director of Boarding and Health Services. Of note, vacation time is observed at specified times during the school year.
Your qualifications will include:
· Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario - Registered Nurse.
· Previous Nursing experience in a similar environment is an asset.
· Previous experience dealing with children’s health matters.
· Current CPR, First Aid and AED training.
· Mental Health First Aid an asset.
· Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and computerized patient records.
· Excellent communication skills.
· Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills.
· Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.
· Ability to work independently and as part of the school team.
Pickering College is committed to building and sustaining a pluralistic community. We actively seek students, families, faculty, and staff of varied backgrounds and encourage them to share their unique gifts to cultivate a rich educational environment. We strive to create a learning environment that exposes students to the value and breadth of differences, informs their perspective, and prepares them to shape the world.
AI is not used as part of the recruitment process. The salary range for this role is $80,000 - $90,000.
As a condition of employment, the successful candidate(s) must provide a current Vulnerable Sector Screening Police Report. Suitable accommodations are available for applicants with accessibility needs due to disability upon request.
If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, submit your cover letter and resume to humanresources@pickeringcollege.on.ca.
