Nurse Practitioner

1 month ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada University Health Network Full time
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 – University Centre

Department: Geriatrics Program

Reports to: Program Services Manager

Work Model: On-Site

Grade: EU4

Wage Range: $ per hour (start rate is non-negotiable and in accordance with collective agreement requirements)

Hours: 0.80 FTE

Shifts: Days

Status: Temporary Part-Time Months)

Closing Date: June 2, 2024

Job Summary

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, ground-breaking 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, 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

University Health Network (UHN) is looking for an experienced Nurse Practitioner to work in the Virtual Behavioural Medicine Program, part of the Geriatric Psychiatry Services in the Geriatric Rehabilitation Program, Toronto Rehab.

The Nurse Practitioner (NP), having a specialty-based focus, functions in an expanded role demonstrating a high level of autonomy and expert skill to formulate clinical decisions and appropriately manage behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia and promote quality of life. The principal responsibilities include: utilizing and demonstrating a comprehensive theoretical knowledge base and advanced level of clinical competence in caring for complex patients involving collecting and interpreting data about the health and behaviours of the patient to determine a diagnosis and develop a pharmacological and non-pharmacological care plan; working collaboratively with geriatric psychiatrists and a multidisciplinary mental health team; playing a leadership role and performing quality improvement and administrative responsibilities; participating in policy and procedure development; performing research activities; delivering, coordinating and participating in education and professional development activities/programs; performing activities to further develop and strengthen the profession; acting as a resource and serving as a consultant to individuals and groups within the professional community and other hospital/agencies; performing cross-functional and/or other duties consistent with the job classification, with potential career growth and mobility across UHN.

Qualifications
  • Completion of Masters Degree in Nursing is required
  • Current College of Nurses of Ontario registration in the Extended Class is required
  • Nurse Practitioner (NP) Adult certificate or Primary Care certificate
  • A minimum 3 years experience working in geriatric care with experience in mental health
  • Expertise and/or certification in management of behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia
  • Confidence in the care of medically complex older adults with multiple co-morbidities, in particular people living with dementia and residents of long-term care
  • Experience in nursing research, program planning, and evaluation methodologies
  • Eligible for cross-appointment to an academic institution
  • Membership in the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (RNAO): related professional interest group or association preferred
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Excellent decision-making, problem recognition and problem solving skills
  • Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills
  • Program planning and evaluation methodology skills
  • Commitment to collaborative practice

    Ability to work effectively independently and under stressful conditions.
  • Ability to utilize information technology
  • Ability to interpret and communicate appropriate policies and procedures to staff
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.)

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.

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