Part Time Registered Nurse
at Pickering College, Newmarket, Canada
- Contract
- contractor
- Closing date
- 10 November 2026
- Listed
- 16 September 2026, from a public job listing
The advert
Part-time Registered Nurse 1 year contract (LOA) 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 Quaker values—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, creating a supportive environment where educators thrive both personally and professionally. We are currently recruiting a Part-time, Registered Nurse (one year contract) 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 and Summer Camp day-to-day activities as well as respond to emergencies as needed and provide on call coverage. The hours are Monday to Thursday 1:30pm – 7:30pm and overnight on call Monday to Thursday evening. There is also 1 weekend in every 3 on-call. This position covers full days for 2 weeks of summer camp with some flexibility. 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. The Health Centre is responsible for the overall health and well-being of students and members of the school community. Major responsibilities include collaboration with other members of the PC community, 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, and communicating with parents and caregivers. Additional responsibilities include development and maintaining health centre supplies. The nursing staff report to the Executive Director, Boarding and Health Services. QUALIFICATIONS Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario; 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; Knowledge of Public Health Communicable Disease classifications, Canadian Immunization Schedule, childhood diseases, stages of child/adolescent growth and development; 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; Health Centre administration experience. Pickering College is committed to building and sustaining a pluralistic community.
Other vacancies at Pickering College
- Human Resources Coordinator closes 8 Nov
- Director of Senior School closes 30 Oct
- Boarding Don closes 10 Nov
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