Nurse Practitioner - Toronto, Canada - University Health Network

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    Company Description

    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.

    Job Description

    Union: NON-UNION
    Site: Toronto Western Hospital
    Department: Krembil Brain Institute
    Reports to: Clinical Director
    Hours: hrs./week
    Wage range: To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy
    Status: Temporary Full-Time, Contract 24 Months
    Shifts: Days
    Closing Date: April 30, 2024

    Position Summary

    Based primarily on our inpatient neurosurgical unit, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) functions in an expanded nursing role demonstrating a high level of autonomy and expert skill to formulate clinical decisions and appropriately manage patients in the neuro-oncology program and the broader neurosciences program. As an integral member of the clinical team providing care to this patient population, the NP will also provide leadership in identifying opportunities for improving patient care and provide support, guidance and facilitate the development of knowledge in nursing staff involved in this population of patients.

    Duties

  • Utilizing and demonstrating a comprehensive theoretical knowledge base and advanced level of clinical competence in caring for patients with neurosurgical and neuro-oncological conditions, diseases or disorders involving:
  • Collecting and interpreting data about the health of the patient.
  • Determining a medical diagnosis and treating complex responses of individuals and families to actual or potential problems.
  • Playing a leadership role and performing quality improvement and administrative responsibilities.
  • Participating in policy and procedure development; performing research activities.
  • Delivering, coordinating and participating in education and professional development activities/programs.
  • Performing activities to further develop and strengthen the profession.
  • Acting as a resource and serving as a consultant to individuals and groups within the professional community and other hospital/agencies.
  • Performing other duties consistent with the job classification, as required.
  • Qualifications

  • Completion of Master's Degree Program in Nursing - Nurse Practitioner (NP) Adult or Primary Care stream.
  • Current Certificate of Competence with College of Nurses of Ontario.
  • Three to five years nursing experience in an acute treatment centre with neurosurgery/oncology/neuro-interventional/neurology patient population; familiarity with neuro-oncological and neurosurgical conditions, diseases or disorders preferred.
  • Canadian Nurses Association certification in Neuroscience Nursing an asset.
  • Experience in nursing research methodology.
  • Eligible for cross-appointment to an academic institution.
  • Membership in the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (RNAO) and other organizations relevant to the role, an asset.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Effective interpersonal and customer services skills.
  • Excellent organization and time management skills.
  • Excellent decision making, problem recognition and problem solving skills.
  • Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
  • Program planning and evaluation methodology skills.
  • Commitment to collaborative practice.
  • Ability to work effectively independently and under stressful conditions.
  • Ability to work in a self-directed manner.
  • Ability to utilize information technology.
  • Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.
  • Additional Information

    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
  • 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.)
  • 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.

    All UHN Employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series, approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, as a condition of hire. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. Should you be the successful candidate, you will be required to comply with UHN's mandatory Vaccination Policy that is in effect.

    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.