CHEO
Location
Ottawa, Ontario
Salary
CA$41 - CA$59 / HOUR
The Registered Nurse provides nursing assessments, interventions, and psychoeducation for patients in the Eating Disorders Program. They are responsible for implementing individual, family, and group clinical programming, including intensive meal support and discharge planning.
Candidates must hold a current CNO certification of competence, CPR certification, and a Vulnerable Sector Check. Experience in pediatric mental health and eating disorders is essential, while a B.Sc. in Nursing and bilingualism are preferred.
$41.15-$58.98
Please Note: If you are a current CHEO employee with access to Workday, please apply to this posting via the Workday application as an internal applicant using the Jobs Hub. To successfully apply for this position, please submit your application by 11:59 pm the day before the advertised closing date in the posting to ensure your application is received. Ottawa is built on un-ceded Algonquin Anishinaabe territory. The peoples of the Algonquin Anishinabek Nation have lived on this territory for millennia and we honour them and this land. Their culture and presence have nurtured and continue to nurture this land. CHEO also honours all First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples and their valuable past and present contributions to this land. CHEO is one of the few stand-alone, global leaders in pediatric health and is home to more than 6,500 staff, clinicians, scientists and researchers, as well as volunteers – all of whom work together to help children and youth achieve their best lives. Within its own walls and through partnerships with community providers, CHEO has transformed from a 20th century acute care hospital into a 21st century integrated child and youth health system. Ranked in the top 1% of Canadian hospitals for the digitization of its clinical infrastructure, CHEO combines excellence in clinical care, research, and education to advance seamless care that’s provided where, when, and how it is needed. CHEO’s Research Institute is dedicated to world-class clinical, translational, and basic science research covering a wide range of children’s health concerns. CHEO has been named Canada’s best health-care employer by Forbes in 2024, 2025 and 2026 and is ranked second among Canadian hospitals on its list of Canada’s Best Employers for multiple consecutive years. For the 14th consecutive year in a row, the editors of Canada's Top 100 Employers has recognized CHEO as a top employer in the National Capital Region. Every year CHEO helps more than 500,000 children and youth from Eastern Ontario, western Quebec, Nunavut and Northern Ontario. POSITION SUMMARY A Registered Nurse is required for the Eating Disorders Program. The Registered Nurse will work on the Eating Disorders Inpatient unit and liaise with and support all levels of eating disorders programming as required. The successful candidate will be integral in assisting with individual, family and group clinical programming, which includes meal support and family-based interventions. JOB DESCRIPTIONS Provide nursing assessments and interventions for patients within the Eating Disorders Program Provide psychoeducation to the patient, family and other health care providers regarding Eating Disorders Participate in individual, family and group clinical programming Offer clinical interventions and support, including intensive meal support, to patients and their families Support teaching and research activities Participate in multidisciplinary care planning and discharge planning Carry other responsibilities as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Vulnerable Sector Check (Essential) Current Certification of competence, College of Nurses of Ontario (Essential) Current CPR Certification (Essential) B.Sc. Nursing (Preferred) Paediatric nursing experience (Preferred) Experience in paediatric mental health (Preferred) Excellent team work and interpersonal skills (Essential) Knowledge and experience in the area of Eating Disorders (Essential) Strong interpersonal and team skills (Essential) Bilingual (English/ French) (Preferred) *Please note you will be represented by the Ontario Nurses Association, (ONA). Effective March 29, 2021, CHEO will conduct a more comprehensive pre-screening and evaluation process. This process may include more varied and multidimensional testing such as a written test, practical exam, or other assessment. All candidates who meet the essential and preferred qualifications may be tested. Bilingualism (French/English) will be validated by a language proficiency assessment conducted by a third party provider. Candidates will be required to meet the minimum linguistic profile prior to the date of hire. Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at TalentAcquisition@cheo.on.ca. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Please note you will be represented by the Ontario Nurses Association Union (ONA). CHEO values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process and welcome interest from all qualified applicants. Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at TalentAcquisition@cheo.on.ca. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We thank all those who apply, however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted. CHEO is much more than a hospital. Our commitment to outstanding care and continued development impacts every part of a child and youth's health and well-being. We play a crucial role in building a healthy future for our community. Working at CHEO means a rewarding career. A career at CHEO provides a: competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package unique culture that fosters dedication, communication, respect and teamwork place where your opinions will be respected, contributions valued and your initiatives rewarded family-friendly environment that supports you and your own family, as well as the children, youth and families we serve chance to grow — personally and professionally — through our comprehensive orientation program and on-the-job learning support for continued education and learning potential for a relocation reimbursement benefit truly unique work environment We are redefining what it means to be a hospital. Exceptional and integrated care is what families, children and youth deserve. We are committed to partnering with them and the community to provide this care — where, when and how it’s needed. CHEO continues to be selected by local, national and international competitions showcasing employers who lead their sector in offering exceptional workplaces for their employees. For the eleventh time, CHEO has been recognized as one of the National Capital Region’s Top Employers. We are among a select group of organizations at the forefront of their respective industries who offer exceptional places to work. We were given this honour based on our outstanding: workplace atmosphere benefits employee communications training and skills development community involvement
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