University Health Network·Toronto, Ontario
The RPN provides safe and competent nursing care for patients in the Spinal Cord Rehab Program, collaborating with an inter-professional team to create a safe environment. Key duties include patient and family education, care planning, and mentoring new staff and students.
Company Description 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. www.uhn.ca
Job Description: Union: CUPE
1 Replacement or New Position: Replacement Site: Toronto Rehab Institute - Lyndhurst Centre Department: Spinal Cord Rehab Program - Unit 1 Reports to: Manager, Program Services Wage Range: $38.01 - $39.02 per hour (start rate in accordance with collective agreement) Hours: 11.25 hours per week Shifts: Days/Evenings Status: Permanent Part-Time
Closing Date: July 30, 2026
As a Registered Practical Nurse, you will support nursing care, participate in inter-professional care team to create a safe environment for patients.
Provide education to patients and families regarding relevant deficits and related health promotion interventions Works effectively independently as well as collaboratively with inter-professional team Contributes to the care planning process and follows a designed plan of care Provides safe, competent care within Scope of Practice Actively participates in education/ mentorship of RPN students and new staff Actively participates in professional, program and hospital-wide initiatives 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 certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario (General Certificate) and member in good standing, required Diploma preparation as an RPN in a recognized education program for Nursing preferred Completion of a health assessment/physical assessment course from an accredited college or university in the past 2 to 3 years (or equivalent) required; qualified internal applicants, if currently enrolled in a health assessment/ physical assessment course, the course must be successfully completed within 6 months of hire Recent health assessment course required Successful completion of Basic Cardiac Life Support (C level) Heart Saver Plus (Canada) required Current medication certificate (if not included in diploma program) required Medical asepsis (if not included in diploma program) preferred Recent experience in rehabilitation nursing care of neurological patient populations required Experience providing care to patients who require trach care, suctioning, tube feeding and bowel and bladder management required Familiarity with principles of rehabilitation and practice implications required Abilitv to assess and care for patients with multiple medical needs Demonstrated ability to identify, assess, and monitor clinical status and intervene appropriately with changes in clinical status, required Ability to appropriately care for patients who present with severe behavioral dysfunction, including engagement and re-direction, required Ability to recognize changes in behavior and follow prescribed behavioral management strategies required Ability to appropriately care for patients who present with severe cognitive and physical impairment required Knowledge of standards of practice and applicable health care legislation Computer proficiency required or willing to pursue appropriate computer training Ability to demonstrate strong health assessment skills.
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.) 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.
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Candidates must be a member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario and hold a current General Certificate. Required qualifications include a recent health assessment course, Basic Cardiac Life Support (C level), and experience in neurological rehabilitation nursing.
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