Registered Nurse

The University Health Network, where "above all else the needs of patients come first", encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning", the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

Union: ONA
Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
Department: Ambulatory Clinics - Acute Oncology
Reports to: Nurse Manager
Work Model: On-Site
Grade: PU4
Wage Range: $39.07 - 56.00 per hour (start rate is non-negotiable and in accordance to the collective agreement requirements)
Hours: 18.68 Hours per Week
Shifts: M-F, 10 Hour Shifts
Status: Temporary Part-Time (End Date ~ September 2025)
Closing Date: December 19, 2024

Job Summary

The Princess Margaret Cancer Centre is one of the top 5 research centers in the world with an outstanding reputation for leading patient care, breakthrough research and high-quality teaching. Located in Toronto, the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre is the only facility in Canada devoted to cancer research, treatment and education.

Duties

As a member of the UHN, the Nursing Multi-disciplinary Team and Ambulatory Clinics, the Registered Nurse practices in accordance with relevant legislation / standards, meeting the legal and ethical requirements of the profession. The principal responsibilities include: applying knowledge of nursing science, theory, skill and critical decision making in the provision of compassionate, collaborative and competent care in accordance with the UHN Professional Practice Model for Nursing and the mission and vision of nursing at UHN; ensuring practice is consistent with professional standards and the ethical framework as outlined by the College of Nurses of Ontario and the UHN policy and procedure; demonstrating commitment to professional life-long learning by participating in continuing education activities to meet the needs of the patient population served and the standards of the profession (performing reflective practice, analyzing and evaluating nursing knowledge and modifying practice accordingly to improve the quality of nursing and patient care; performing cross-functional and other responsibilities, as assigned and / or requested).

• Current Registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario required
• Bachelors of Science in Nursing preferred
• Certificate in Oncology Nursing and/or CNA Oncology Certification preferred.
• Minimum three (3) years nursing experience in an Ambulatory setting preferred.
• Oncology nursing experience required
• Current B.C.L.S. certification required.
• Chemotherapy/Biotherapy certification preferred
• Emergency and Critical Care Nursing experience preferred
• Completion of CORN1 course preferred
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (A.C.L.S) certification preferred
• Excellent IV and venipuncture skills required with working knowledge of Central Venous Catheters (PICCs, Ports and tunneled lines)
• Demonstrated ability to utilize the nursing process in planning, implementing and evaluating care
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Evidence of co-operative and facilitative relationships while working with a multidisciplinary team, and the ability to work independently
• Evidence of good psycho-social and patient / family teaching skills
• Demonstrated leadership / in-charge skills, and evidence of strong organizational and decision-making skills
• Evidence of commitment to self-directed learning

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 compensation & benefits (medical, dental, etc.)
• HOOPP defined benefit pension plan
• Wellness services & offerings
• Close access to the TTC and UHN shuttle service
• 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.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

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.