Nurse Practitioner

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: Movement Disorders Clinic
Reports to: Clinical Research Manager and Director
Work Model: On-Site
Hours: 9-5
Salary: $51.54 to $64.43​​​​​​​
Shifts: Monday to Friday with very rare occasional weekends
Status: Temporary Full Time for one year and with opportunity to extend contract and/or become Permanent position
Closing Date: March 17, 2025

We are the first clinic in Canada to offer the diagnosis and management of Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) and other similar neurological conditions. We utilize a combination of research, clinical care and the latest evidence-based medicine and technology to advance care for our patients. Our multidisciplinary team is made up of a group of expert neurologists, nurses, coordinators and administrators. We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our team to help further advance understanding and management of PSP and other complex neurodegenerative diseases.

Duties include and not limited to:

• Engaging in evidence-informed practice by critically appraising and applying research and best practice guidelines, and performing research activities.
• Coordinating and participating in various research activities including performing rating scales and completing questionnaires.
• Utilizing and demonstrating advanced knowledge and decision making skills to conduct comprehensive assessments and procedures including obtaining blood work, lumber punctures and skin biopsies.
• Conducting patient interviews, medical history, comprehensive physical examination and other factors affecting patient needs.
• Managing the care of patients and identifying opportunities for improving patient care.
• Planning and implementing strategies for quality improvements and to promote health.
• Participating in program development and decision-making processes on issues that impact the research and the clinical setting.
• Performing other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned or requested.

• Nurse Practitioner (NP) Adult or Primary Care certificate complete
• Current certification of registration and in good standing with College of Nurses of Ontario and eligible for extended class licensure
• Current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support
• Neurological patient care experience preferred
• Experience in nursing research methodology an asset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Effective interpersonal and customer services skills
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Excellent decision making, problem recognition and critical 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 within a team, and under stressful conditions
• Ability to work in a self-directed manner
• Ability to utilize information technology, in particular patient electronic health record systems

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.