Registered Nurse - Outpatient Clinic

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive offer packages

HOOPP pension

Transit access

Job summary

University Health Network (UHN) at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre is seeking a Registered Nurse for a temporary full-time role in the Outpatient Clinics, GI/GU/Thoracic/Sarcoma/CNS POD. The position supports ambulatory care with an emphasis on oncology nursing and independent patient education.

The role requires active RN registration in Ontario, 3+ years in ambulatory settings, and BCLS certification, with oncology credentials preferred.

Qualifications

• Current Registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario required.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
• Oncology Nursing Certification preferred.
• Minimum three years nursing experience in an ambulatory setting preferred.
• Oncology nursing experience required.
• Current BCLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Applying knowledge of nursing science, theory, skill and critical decision making in the provision of compassionate, collaborative and competent care in accordance with the UHN Professional Practice Model for Nursing and the mission and vision of nursing at UHN;
• Ensuring practice is consistent with professional standards and the ethical framework as outlined by the College of Nurses of Ontario and the UHN policy and procedure;
• Demonstrating commitment to professional life-long learning by participating in continuing education activities to meet the needs of the patient population served and the standards of the profession (performing reflective practice, analyzing and evaluating nursing knowledge and modifying practice accordingly to improve the quality of nursing and patient care;
• Performing cross-functional and other responsibilities, as assigned and / or requested).

Skills

Registered Nurse

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Oncology Certification (preferred)

Job description

Union: ONA

Number of Vacancies: 1

New or Replacement: Replacement

Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre

Department: Outpatient Clinics, GI/GU/Thoracic/Sarcoma/CNS POD

Reports to: Nurse Manager

Wage Range: $41.15 $58.98 per hour. (Start rate is non-negotiable)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Shifts: Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm

Status: Temporary Full-Time (1 year contract)

Closing Date: September 17, 2026

Position Summary The Princess Margaret Cancer Centre has 12 site groups and 26 specialty clinics, and almost 3,000 staff who see over 400,000 patient visits every year. Its 800,000 square feet house 130 inpatient beds, 373,000 square feet of research space and 17 radiation treatment machines, making it one of the largest comprehensive cancer treatment facilities in the world and the largest radiation treatment centre in Canada.

Duties

• Applying knowledge of nursing science, theory, skill and critical decision making in the provision of compassionate, collaborative and competent care in accordance with the UHN Professional Practice Model for Nursing and the mission and vision of nursing at UHN;
• Ensuring practice is consistent with professional standards and the ethical framework as outlined by the College of Nurses of Ontario and the UHN policy and procedure;
• Demonstrating commitment to professional life-long learning by participating in continuing education activities to meet the needs of the patient population served and the standards of the profession (performing reflective practice, analyzing and evaluating nursing knowledge and modifying practice accordingly to improve the quality of nursing and patient care;
• Performing cross-functional and other responsibilities, as assigned and / or requested).

Qualifications

• Current Registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario required.
• Bachelors of Science in Nursing preferred.
• Certificate in Oncology Nursing and/or CNA Oncology Certification preferred.
• Minimum three (3) years nursing experience in an Ambulatory setting preferred.
• Oncology nursing experience required.
• Current B.C.L.S. certification required.
• Chemotherapy / Biotherapy certification preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize the nursing process in planning, implementing and evaluating care.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Evidence of co-operative and facilitative relationships while working with a multidisciplinary team, and the ability to work independently.
• Evidence of good psycho-social and patient / family teaching skills.
• Demonstrated leadership / in-charge skills, and evidence of strong organizational and decision-making skills.
• Evidence of commitment to self-directed learning.

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.

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.