University Health Network·Toronto, Ontario
The Registered Nurse provides compassionate, collaborative, and competent care to patients in the Malignant Hematology Day Unit. Responsibilities include applying nursing science, adhering to professional standards, and participating in multidisciplinary 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: Replacement Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre Department: Malignant Hematology Day Unit Reports to: Nurse Manager Wage Range: $41.15 $58.98 per hour (start rate is non-negotiable) Hours: 37.5 hours per week Shifts: 8H, 10H and 12H shifts; Weekdays, Weekends and Holidays Status: Temporary Full-Time (Contract End Date: November 2027)
Closing Date: September 7, 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.
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 lifelong 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 with the College of Nurses of Ontario Bachelors of Science in Nursing preferred Completed Chemotherapy course Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (B.C.L.S.) and C.P.R. certification Malignant Hematology experience preferred Oncology experience preferred Oncology nurse certification preferred Excellent IV skills Working knowledge of Central Venous Catheters, Port-a-cath and PICC lines 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 physical assessment, psycho-social, 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 strong organizational and decision-making skills Evidence of commitment to self-directed learning Satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's Attendance Management Program Experience working with delivery of blood and blood products 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 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 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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We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Candidates must hold current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and possess BCLS/CPR certification. Completion of a chemotherapy course and experience in oncology or malignant hematology are preferred.
Market context
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