Clinical Nurse Specialist

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.

Union: Non-Union
Site: Toronto Western Hospital
Department: General Internal Medicine
Reports to: Clinical Director
Work Model: On-Site
Grade: F0:04
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: $48.40 - $60.50 (to commensurate with experience consistent with UHN compensation policy)
Shifts: Days
Status: Temporary Full-Time (contract end date January 2026)
Closing Date: January 31, 2025

Position Summary

As an integral member of the General Internal Medicine team the CLINICAL NURSE SPECIALIST provides leadership in the development, implementation and evaluation of program based and central programs that impact practice. The responsibilities include: utilizing theoretical and clinical expertise in a specialty area to facilitate the provision of direct and indirect nursing care to patients and families with complex situations within the in-patient and community settings; contributing to the education and professional development of nursing/interdisciplinary staff, students and the professional community within area of specialization; participating in academic and research projects; performing administrative responsibilities; performing cross-functional and/or other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned or requested.

Duties

The CNS, utilizing advanced knowledge of a patient population and their care needs, associated processes of care, and a systems and professional practice perspective, plays a key leadership role in programmatic, organizational and professional initiatives—both internal and external to the organization.

These activities include: leadership in clinical practice; in facilitating the research process; policy and procedure development and evaluation; design, implementation and evaluation of innovative processes of care and other quality initiatives; professional, patient and multidisciplinary education; and activities that strengthen and further develop the nursing profession.

Consistent with the mission, vision and values of UHN, and as a developing or acknowledged nurse leader in their field, the CNS effectively functions as a role model, resource and consultant to individuals and groups within the organization, the external professional community and other external agencies. To realize the full scope and potential of the role, the CNS has the support of and works in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team, and all levels of organizational leadership—professional, administrative and executive.

• Completion of a masters degree in Nursing or recognized equivalent
• Five (5) years experience in an acute care center with clinical General Internal Medicine nursing
• Experience in nursing research methodology
• Completion of International Inter-professional Wound Care Course preferred
• Eligible for cross-appointment to an academic institution
• Current certificate of registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Membership in the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (RNAO) and other organizations relevant to the role
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent coaching and mentoring skills
• Effective interpersonal and customer services skills
• Excellent organization and 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
• Completion of Diabetes Educator Certificate (CDE) or at least 2 years of experience working in diabetes education required

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
• 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.

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.