Nurse Practitioner - Thoracic Surgery

University Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a skilled Nurse Practitioner to join their dedicated team at a leading hospital. In this role, you will operate with a high level of autonomy, providing expert care for thoracic surgery patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. You'll be at the forefront of promoting wellness, managing complex surgical pathways, and leading quality improvement initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a top-tier healthcare institution that values diversity and inclusion, offering competitive benefits and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Pension

Transit Access

Flexible Work Options

Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• BScN and nearing completion of a Master's Degree in Nursing.
• 3-5 years of nursing experience in acute care with thoracic patient care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage acute and chronic illnesses in thoracic surgery patients.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and conduct research.

Skills

Nursing Experience

Communication Skills

Decision-Making Skills

Conflict Resolution Skills

Research Methodology

Education

BScN

Master's Degree in Nursing

NP Adult or Primary Care Certification

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job 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 includes 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, UHN excels in biomedical research and complex cases, making it a leader in discovery, education, and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, focusing on neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine, and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World, driven by talented and dedicated staff.

Position Details:

• Union: Non-Union (1 Position)
• Site: Toronto General Hospital
• Department: Thoracic Surgery
• Reports to: Clinical Director
• Work Model: On-Site
• Hours: 37.5 Hours per Week
• Status: Permanent Full-Time
• Closing Date: May 12, 2025

Job Summary:

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) with a specialty focus functions with a high level of autonomy, demonstrating expert skills to manage acute and chronic illnesses, surgical pathways, and promote wellness. The NP will provide care for thoracic surgery patients in inpatient and outpatient settings, including thoracic oncology and CTEPH patients, and will consult for Mount Sinai Hospital patients.

Duties:

Responsibilities include utilizing comprehensive knowledge and clinical skills to assess and manage thoracic surgery patients, leading quality improvement initiatives, participating in policy development, conducting research, providing education, and serving as a resource within the professional community and hospital.

Qualifications:

• BScN and near completion of a Master's Degree in Nursing
• NP Adult or Primary Care certification (complete or pending)
• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and eligible for licensure
• 3-5 years of nursing experience in acute care
• Thoracic patient care experience (preferred)
• Experience in research methodology
• Eligible for academic appointment
• Membership in relevant professional organizations (preferred)
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, decision-making, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to work independently and in teams, under stress
• Proficiency with electronic health records

Additional Information:

UHN offers competitive benefits, including pension, transit access, flexible work options, development opportunities, and various perks. Applicants must have completed probation and have a satisfactory record to be eligible. All applications are due before the closing date. A Criminal Record Check may be required. UHN is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing accommodations upon request. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their interest.