Registered Nurse - Spinal Cord Rehab Program

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.

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

Number of Vacancies:

1

New or Replacement Position:

Replacement

Site:

Toronto Rehabilitation Institute – Lyndhurst Centre

Department:

Spinal Cord Rehab Program - Unit 1

Reports to:

Program Services Manager

Wage Range:

$41.15 - $58.98 per hour (start rate in accordance with collective agreement)

Hours:

7.5 hours per week

Shifts:

Days/Evenings/Nights

Status:

Temporary Part-Time (6 months)

Closing Date:

August 6, 2026

The Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, a leader in adult rehabilitation and complex continuing care, is Canada’s largest adult rehabilitation hospital. Bringing together innovative patient care, groundbreaking research and diverse education to help people overcome or recover from disabling injury, illness or age-related conditions Toronto Rehab is located at four sites: University Centre (550 University Ave.), Lyndhurst Hospital and Toronto Rehab’s Cardiac and Stroke Centre (Rumsey Road) and the Bickle Centre (Dunn Ave). Find out about our purpose, values and principles here.

Duties

Plan, manage, evaluate and coordinate comprehensive professional nursing care for patients and families within the context of an interdisciplinary practice

Use theoretical and empirical knowledge and the input of team members to plan and implement care for patients admitted to the Spinal Cord and their families

Education of patients, family, referring facilities and other community providers regarding philosophy of rehab nursing

Participate in inter-professional team care planning forums, inter-professional rounds and family conferences

Provides leadership, supervision and mentorship to students and new staff on the unit

Participate in professional, program and hospital-wide initiatives, including professional development of self

Demonstrates understanding of, compliance with, and commitment to, patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans, policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients

Qualifications

Member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Baccalaureate degree in Nursing preferred

Experience with spinal cord injury population preferred

Successful completion of Basic Cardiac Life Support (C level) Heart Saver Plus (Canada)

Member, Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (RNAO), OARN (SIG) preferred

Excellent conceptual and theoretical understanding of nursing concepts and ability to articulate the concepts as they relate to Rehabilitation Nursing Model of Care

Superior clinical decision-making skills that reflect patient centeredness, problem solving and critical thinking

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills

Demonstrated ability to use theoretical concepts and research findings in practiceDemonstrated ability to teach students within the context of a teaching hospital

Proven ability to work independently, and as part of an inter-professional team

Excellent knowledge of standards of rehabilitation nursing practice and applicable health care legislation

Demonstrated ability to identify and meet own learning needs for pursue ongoing professional development

Ability to provide substantiated rationale for clinical management of patient care

Successful candidate is required to work rotational shift

Computer proficiency required or willing to pursue appropriate training in computer software

Good attendance required

Ability to demonstrate strong health assessment skills

Additional Information Why join 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.)

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly. At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.

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.

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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