Registered Nurse - Brain Program - Inpatient Stroke Rehabilitation

Universityhealthnetwork; Toronto; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 81,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive offer packages

HOOPP pension plan

Close access to Transit and UHN shuttl

Flexible work environment

Opportunities for development and PROM

Corporate discounts

Job summary

University Health Network (UHN) invites applications for a part-time Registered Nurse in the Brain Program - Stroke Inpatient Rehabilitation at the Toronto Rehabilitation Institute. You will provide expert nursing care for stroke patients, collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and contribute to high-quality outcomes in an acute rehabilitation setting.

The role requires leadership, education of patients and families, and commitment to safety and professional development within a large

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree in Nursing is preferred.
• Member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Recent experience in Stroke rehabilitation preferred.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (C level) Heart Saver Plus (Canada) certification.
• Ability to demonstrate strong health assessment skills.

Responsibilities

• Planning, managing, evaluating and coordinating comprehensive professional nursing care for patients and families within the context of an interdisciplinary practice.
• Using theoretical and research knowledge and the input of team members to plan and implement care including health promotion for Stroke rehabilitation patients and families.
• Educating patients, family, referring facilities and other community providers regarding Stroke rehabilitation.
• Participating in interprofessional team care planning forums, rounds and family conferences.
• Providing leadership, supervision and mentorship to students and new staff on the units related to rehabilitation.
• Participating in professional programs and hospital-wide initiatives, including professional development of self.
• Complying with and commitment to patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans, policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients.

Skills

Nursing

Health assessment

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Patient education

Communication skills

Clinical leadership

Education

Baccalaureate degree in Nursing

Tools

Computer proficiency

Job description

• Union: ONA
• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Replacement or New Position: Replacement
• Site: Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, University Centre
• Department: Brain Program - Stroke Inpatient Rehabilitation
• Reports to: Program Services Manager
• Wage Range: $41.15 - $58.98 per hour (start rate in accordance with collective agreement)
• Hours: 0.25 FTE
• Shifts: 8hrs Day/Evening/Night and/or 12hrs Day/Night, Weekday/weekends
• Status: Permanent Part-Time
• Closing Date: November 5, 2026

Position Summary

A leader in adult rehabilitation and complex continuing care, the Toronto Rehabilitation Institute brings together innovative patient care, groundbreaking research and diverse education to help people overcome or recover from disabling injury, illness or age-related conditions.

Duties

• Planning, managing, evaluating and coordinating comprehensive professional nursing care for patients and families within the context of an interdisciplinary practice
• Using theoretical and research knowledge and the input of team members to plan and implement care including health promotion for Stroke rehabilitation patients and families
• Educating patients, family, referring facilities and other community providers regarding Stroke rehabilitation
• Participating in interprofessional team care planning forums, rounds and family conferences
• Providing leadership, supervision and mentorship to students and new staff on the units related to rehabilitation
• Participating in professional programs and hospital-wide initiatives, including professional development of self
• Complying with and commitment to patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans, policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree in Nursing preferred
• Member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Recent experience in Stroke rehabilitation preferred
• Knowledge and demonstrated ability to use behavioral management strategies (Everyday Behavior Tools) preferred
• Successful completion of Basic Cardiac Life Support (C level) Heart Saver Plus (Canada)
• Ability to demonstrate strong health assessment skills
• Excellent conceptual and theoretical understanding of nursing concepts and ability to articulate the concepts as they relate to Stroke rehabilitation
• Superior clinical decision-making skills that reflect patient centeredness, problem solving and critical thinking
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Demonstrated ability to use theoretical concepts and research findings in practice
• Demonstrated ability to teach students within the context of a teaching hospital
• Proven ability to work independently, and as part of an inter-professional team
• Excellent knowledge of standards of rehabilitation nursing practice and applicable health care legislation
• Demonstrated ability to identify and meet own learning needs for pursue ongoing professional development
• Ability to provide substantiated rationale for clinical management of patient care
• Computer proficiency required

Why Join 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.

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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.

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