Registered Nurse - Long Term Ventilation

Universityhealthnetwork; Toronto; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 81,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP pension plan

Transit access

Flexible work environment

Development opportunities

On-site gym discounts

Job summary

University Health Network is seeking a Registered Nurse for West Park Healthcare Centre, Long Term Ventilation 4D. The role focuses on promoting health, assessing needs, and delivering comprehensive nursing care for older adults with dementia.

The position is a permanent part-time role with 22.5 hours per week, days and nights, under the Clinical Services Manager. Responsibilities include planning and coordinating care, educating patients and families, mentoring students, and participating in

Qualifications

• Diploma in Nursing; Baccalaureate degree preferred.
• Registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Ability to perform essential nursing duties and lead others.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, evaluate and coordinate comprehensive professional nursing care.
• Plan and implement care for patients with dementia and their families.
• Educate patients and families regarding dementia care.
• Participate in inter-professional team care planning forums and rounds.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to students and new staff on the unit.
• Engage in hospital-wide initiatives and professional development.
• Ensure patient safety and adherence to hospital policies.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Teamwork

Leadership

Resilience

Reliability

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Baccalaureate degree in Nursing

College of Nurses of Ontario registration

Tools

Electronic Patient Record (EPR)

Job description

Union: ONA

Number of vacancies: 1

Replacement or New: Replacement

Site: West Park Healthcare Centre

Department: Long Term Ventilation 4D

Reports to: Clinical Services Manager

Hours: 22.5 hours per week

Wage Range: $41.15 - $58.98 per hour (start rate in accordance with collective agreement)

Shifts: Days/Nights

Status: Permanent Part Time

Closing Date: October 29, 2026

Position Summary

The role of the Registered Nurse is the promotion of health and the assessment of, the provision of care for and the treatment of health conditions by supportive, preventative, therapeutic, palliative and rehabilitative means in order to attain or maintain optimal function.

Duties

• Plan, manage, evaluate and coordinate comprehensive professional nursing care for patients and families within the context of an inter-professional practice and primary nursing model
• Use theoretical and empirical knowledge and the input of team members to plan and implement care for patients with dementia and their families
• Education of patients, family, referring facilities and other community providers regarding care of older adults with dementia
• Participate in inter-professional team care planning forums, inter-professional rounds and family conferences
• Provide leadership, supervision and mentorship to students and new staff on the unit related to Geriatric Rehabilitation nursing
• Participate in professional, program and hospital-wide initiatives, including professional development of self
• Compliance with and commitment to patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans, policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients

Qualifications

• Diploma in Nursing
• Baccalaureate degree in Nursing from an approved nursing program preferred
• Member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Ability to perform the essential clinical duties of the job
• Ability leading others, including the effective management of challenging interpersonal situations
• Effective communication, problem-solving and decision-making and reliable work habits
• Commitment to continuing professional development
• Demonstrated commitment to team success
• Resilience and effective coping strategies to manage change
• Computer literacy in word processing and Electronic Patient Record
• Working knowledge of the College of Nurses of Ontario standards of practice
• Able to perform multiple admissions assessments in EPR on a daily basis.
• Able to work cohesively with the interdisciplinary team in a fast pace environment

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.

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.