Registered Nurse

Company Description

The University Health Network, where above all else the needs of patients come first , encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education.

The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education.

With a long tradition of ground-breaking firsts and a purpose of Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning , the University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers.

UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

Job Description

Union : ONA

Site : Toronto Rehabilitation Institute - Bickle Centre

Department : Hemodialysis

Reports to : Nurse Manager

Work Model : On-Site

Hours : FTE

Salary : $ - $ per hour (start rate in accordance with collective agreement requirements)

Shifts : Nights 1800hrs 0600hrs

Status : Permanent Full-Time

Closing Date : May 2, 2024

Position Summary

Toronto Rehabilitation provides hemodialysis at Bickle Centre site. The unit provides hemodialysis for patients who are post-acute care hospitalization.

These patients are attending Low Tolerance and Long Duration (LTLD), Geriatric rehabilitation or Complex Continuing Care.

We provide both daily and nocturnal hemodialysis.

Duties

The nurse is to provide safe and competent care through application of nursing knowledge, technical aspects of professional practice and demonstrates professionalism and respect.

Responsible for the assessment, nursing diagnosis, integrated care plan development, implementation and evaluation of nursing care.

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

• Provides leadership, supervision and mentorship to new staff when needed
• Compliance with and commitment to patients safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans, policies and procedures to ensure a safe environment for patients

Qualifications

• BScN
• Member in good standing with College of Nurses
• Nephrology Nursing Certification CNeph preferred
• Current Hemodialysis Experience - preferred
• Member of CANNT
• Excellent patient assessment skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
• Successful completion of Basic Cardiac Life Support ( C level) Heart Saver Plus (Canada)
• Superior clinical decision making skills that reflect patient centredness, problem solving and critical thinking
• Demonstrates knowledge, skill and judgement in the application of hemodialysis
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of nursing standards as they apply to the care of patients with chronic kidney disease
• Computer proficiency is required or willing to pursue computer training
• Ability to identify and meet own learning needs for pursuing ongoing professional development

Additional Information

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
• 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.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

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.

All UHN Employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series, approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, as a condition of hire.

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. Should you be the successful candidate, you will be required to comply with UHN’s mandatory Vaccination Policy that is in effect.

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.