Registered Nurse

UHN is Canada's #1 hospital and the world's #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada's top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN's vision is to build A Healthier World and it's only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

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Union: ONA
Number of Vacancies: 1
Site: Toronto Rehab Institute - E.W. Bickle Centre
Department: Continuing Complex Care & Dialysis, South 3
Reports to: Manager, Program Services
Work Model: On-Site
Salary: $39.07 - $56.00 per hour (start rate is non-negotiable and in accordance with collective agreement requirements)
Hours: 0.30FTE Hours per Week
Shifts: Days/Nights (12hrs shift)
Status: Permanent Part-Time
Closing Date: April 3, 2025

Position Summary

One of North America's leading rehabilitation sciences centers, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute is revolutionizing rehabilitation by helping people overcome the challenges of disabling injury, illness or age related health conditions to live active, healthier, more independent lives. It integrates innovative patient care, groundbreaking research and diverse education to build healthier communities and advance the role of rehabilitation in the health system. Toronto Rehab, along with Toronto Western, Toronto General and Princess Margaret Hospitals, is a member of the University Health Network and affiliated with the University of Toronto.

South 3 is a 34 bed general medicine & Hemodialysis Complex Continuing Care (CCC) inpatient unit at the E.W. Bickle Centre on Dunn Ave. The Interprofessional team provides a broad range of care and 24/7 support to individuals who are unable to live independently as a result of chronic and complex health issues or traumatic injuries.

South 3 has 12 Hemodialysis beds for CCC qualified patients who require Hemodialysis to manage their Chronic Kidney Disease. The patients travel 3 times a week to the Hemodialysis Unit located at 550 University Avenue to receive Hemodialysis. The Hemodialysis unit is operated by the UHN nephrology service.

Duties

• Plan, manage, evaluate and coordinate comprehensive professional nursing care for patients and families within the context of an interdisciplinary practice
• Use theoretical and empirical knowledge and the input of team members to plan and implement care for Complex Continuing Care patients and families
• Education of patients, family, referring facilities and other community providers regarding dementia care
• Participate in inter-professional team care planning forums, inter-professional rounds and family conferences
• Provides leadership, supervision and mentorship to students and new staff on the unit related to Complex Continuing Care
• Participate in professional, program and hospital-wide initiatives, including professional development of self
• Compliance with and commitment to patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans, policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients

• Current Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario required
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification required
• Flexible and able to work effectively and efficiently within a interdisciplinary patient care team
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and decision making skill
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Excellent computer skills
• BScN degree preferred

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

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Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.