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    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 General Hospital
    Department: Thoracic Surgery
    Reports to: Manager
    Hours: hours per week
    Salary: To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy
    Status: Permanent Full-Time
    Closing Date: May 16, 2024

    The Nurse Practitioner (NP) , having a specialty-based focus, functions in an expanded nursing role demonstrating a high level of autonomy and expert skill to formulate clinical decisions and appropriately manage acute and chronic illness, surgical pathways, and promote wellness.

    As part of the Thoracic Surgery team, the NP will plan for and provide care for thoracic surgery patients in inpatient and outpatient settings, including thoracic oncology patients as well as the unique patient population of Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension (CTEPH). As part of the broader inter-professional team, consulting services are also provided to Mount Sinai Hospital patients.

    Principle responsibilities include: utilizing and demonstrating a comprehensive theoretical knowledge base and advanced level of clinical competence in caring for Thoracic surgery patients involving: collecting and interpreting data/diagnostics about the health of the patient, determining a medical diagnosis and problem list, and treating complex responses of individuals and families of 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 team; acting as a resource and serving as a consultant to individuals and groups within the nursing professional community of practice and other hospital/agencies; performing other duties consistent with the job classification, as required.

    Qualifications

  • Completion of Masters Degree Program in Nursing (or one semester from completion)
  • Nurse Practitioner (NP) Adult or Primary Care certificate complete or pending
  • Current certification of registration and in good standing with College of Nurses of Ontario
  • Three to five years nursing experience in an acute treatment centre
  • Thoracic patient care experience preferred
  • Experience in nursing research methodology
  • Eligible for cross-appointment to an academic institution
  • Membership in the Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario (RNAO), or Registered Nurse Practitioners' Association of Ontario (NPAO) and other organizations relevant to the role (preferred)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Effective interpersonal and customer services skills
  • Excellent organization and time management skills
  • Excellent decision making, problem recognition and critical 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 within a team, 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.


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