Clinical nurse specialist Jobs in Burlington, ON

Unit Summary

Located at the Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre and housed within the Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS) family, McMaster Children’s Hospital’s Developmental Pediatrics and Rehabilitation Program is a diverse team serving the Hamilton and surrounding region. Developmental Pediatrics and Rehabilitation (DPR) is an interdisciplinary program that provides services primarily to children and youth with developmental, behavioural, physical, or communication needs.

At HHS, we are the largest employer in the greater Hamilton region, and play a vital role in training the next generation of health professionals in collaboration with our academic partners, including McMaster University. We are a world-renowned hospital for healthcare research, ranked fourth in Canada and we focus on improving the quality of care for our patients through innovation and evidence-based practices.

Position Summary

The Clinical Specialist is a key role within DPR. Responsibilities include collaborating with the Project Coordinator to implement the Learning Health System (LHS) with primary responsibility for clinical functions. The Clinical Specialist applies advanced knowledge and decision making skills for facilitation of seamless access to service by assessing child and family functioning, identifying needs and supporting internal and external referrals at intake. The Clinical Specialist will support integration of patient and family services, and bridge multidisciplinary teams at Ron Joyce Children's Health Centre through a critical lens based on clinical formulation and research data. The Clinical Specialist clinically coordinates care and supervises the completion of clinical interviews and assessments as needed and will co-lead the implementation of evaluation and integrated knowledge translation plans.

Schedule Work Hours

Monday to Friday; days. Evenings and weekends as required.

This is a temporary role until March 2026.

Qualifications

1. Master’s Degree in a related specialty or health care field beyond entry-level allied health

2. Extensive experience working in multidisciplinary teams and knowledge of hospital and community-based supports for individuals with Neurodevelopmental Disorders

3. At least five years of clinical supervisory experience

4. Expertise in conducting research and experience in evidence-based assessment and intervention modalities for individuals with Neurodevelopmental Disorders

5. Current registration with the appropriate regulatory body

6. Demonstrated ability to foster collegial relationships within and amongst teams

7. Expertise in research methodology and conducts practice-based research

8. Demonstrated expert abilities as a communicator and collaborator

9. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of community services and resources

10. Demonstrated leadership performance by acting as a positive role model, advocate, resource, facilitator, and coordinator

11. Works well independently and as a team player

12. Proven ability to identify best practices in processes related to health care and implement change related to best practice

13. Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning

14. Eligible for faculty appointment within relevant health-professional school at McMaster University

Hamilton Health Sciences fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners.

To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website.

Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact HR Operations at 905-521-2100, Ext. 46947 for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made.

This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note : the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment

Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset