Pediatric Nurse (RN / RPN) – In-Home Care (Overnight Role)

Guelph, ON | Competitive Hourly Rates | Flexible Commitment

We are seeking compassionate and skilled Registered Nurses (RNs) and Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs) with an interest in pediatric and special-needs care to join our family’s in-home care team as a night nurse.

You will be providing one-to-one nursing care for Mateo, a bright and resilient 8-year-old boy, in the comfort of his home in Guelph, Ontario. This role is ideal for nurses who value meaningful work, clinical autonomy, and building a trusting relationship with a child and family.

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About Mateo

Mateo has a well-established tracheostomy (since infancy) and a G-tube for nutrition and medications. He uses a ventilator overnight for additional respiratory support. His care routine is stable and well supported.

Training and skill refreshers are available, including access to SickKids Connected Care education and free virtual training if needed. Previous trach, vent, or pediatric experience is an asset—but not required.

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Schedule & Commitment

- Shifts: 8 hours per day between 10:00 pm and 6:00 am
- Minimum commitment: 3 shifts per week (Monday to Sunday)
- Location: Private home in Guelph, ON

This role offers consistency, predictability, and flexibility—ideal for nurses balancing other professional or personal commitments. ⸻

Compensation

- RPN: $46.00 per hour
- RN: $56.00 per hour

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Key Responsibilities

- Medication administration
- G-tube feeding and care




- Personal care (including diaper changes)
- Monitoring and supporting respiratory needs
- Providing attentive, family-centered pediatric care
- Maintaining a safe and happy environment for Mateo

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Qualifications

- Current RN or RPN registration in valuable standing
- Required professional liability insurance
- Vulnerable Sector Check (current or willing to obtain)
- Comfortable working as an independent contractor
- Responsible for WSIB and both portions of CPP

⸻ Why Join Our Team?
- One-to-one care with a single pediatric client
- Supportive family environment
- Paid access to high-quality pediatric and tracheostomy training
- Opportunity to deepen pediatric, complex-care, and home-care skills
- Competitive hourly compensation
- Meaningful work that truly makes a difference

⸻ If you are a nurse who values compassionate care, professional autonomy, and the opportunity to positively impact a child’s daily life, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to join Mateo’s care team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $46.00-$56.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits

- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:
- Guelph, ON N1H 7B3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):
- Hold valid RN or RPN license

Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Language:
- English (required)

Work Location: In person

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