University Health Network·Toronto, Ontario
The Registered Nurse provides compassionate, collaborative, and competent patient care in accordance with the UHN Professional Practice Model. Responsibilities include applying nursing science, performing physical assessments, and participating in interdisciplinary team care.
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: ONA
1 New or Replacement Position: New Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre Department: Leukemia / Malignant Hematology (15B) Reports to: Nurse Manager Hours: Variable as required Wage Range: $41.15 - $58.98 per hour. (Start rate non-negotiable) Shifts: Variable as required Status: Casual
Closing Date: August 13, 2026
The Princess Margaret Cancer Centre has 12 site groups and 26 specialty clinics, and almost 3,000 staff who see over 400,000 patient visits every year. Its 800,000 square feet house 130 inpatient beds, 373,000 square feet of research space and 17 radiation treatment machines, making it one of the largest comprehensive cancer treatment facilities in the world and the largest radiation treatment centre in Canada. Find out about our purpose, values and principles here
As a member of the UHN and the Nursing Multi-disciplinary Team, 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 the 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. The successful candidate will bring a commitment to Primary Nursing Care as the care delivery model.
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) program Current certificate of competency from the College of Nurses of Ontario Chemotherapy certification and experience in the care of the client with oncologic disorders required Bone Marrow Transplant experience preferred Strong crisis intervention/problem solving skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Evidence of cooperative and facilitative relationships when working with all interdisciplinary and direct care team members Evidence of commitment to team building and working within a patient focused care model Ability to function entirely independently Evidence of strong physical assessment and the ability to predict changes in patient status Evidence of effective psychosocial, and patient/family teaching skills Demonstrated knowledge and ability to utilize the nursing process in planning, implementing and evaluating patient care Demonstrated leadership/in charge skills and evidence of good organizational and decision-making skills Evidence of commitment to self-directed learning Oncology certification preferred B.Sc.N. 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 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.
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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.
Candidates must hold a current certificate of competency from the College of Nurses of Ontario and possess Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification. Chemotherapy certification and experience in oncologic disorders are required, with preference given to those with Bone Marrow Transplant experience.
Market context
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