Registered Nurse - Specialist, Organ & Tissue Donation

Ontario Health; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Ontario seeks a full-time Registered Nurse Specialist in Organ and Tissue Donation. This role involves guiding hospital policies, coordinating donation processes, and optimizing organ donation outcomes. The position is based in the Mississauga area and requires a compassionate leader with a strong nursing background and excellent communication skills. Join a collaborative team dedicated to improving healthcare outcomes and making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Paid medical, dental, vision coverage

Health/wellness spending account

Defined benefit pension plan

Three personal days and two float days annually

Starting with three weeks’ vacation

Career development opportunities

Collaborative team culture

Wellness programs

Hybrid work model

Participation in Communities of Inclusion

Qualifications

• Minimum three years in critical care or organ/tissue donation experience.
• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical assessments and manage potential donors.
• Serve as hospital liaison and develop policies.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to facilitate donations.

Skills

Compassionate leadership

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Team-oriented

Education

Nursing diploma or BSc in Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Registered Nurse - Specialist, Organ & Tissue Donation

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Locations: Toronto, ON | Full time | Posted Yesterday | End Date: May 24, 2025 | Job ID: R108742

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For a French translation, email: [e-mail]. Requests processed within three days; application deadline extended accordingly.

About Ontario Health

We aim to foster a strong organizational culture across Ontario, committed to health and wellness for all. Our core values are integrity, inspiration, tenacity, humility, and care.

What We Offer

Benefits include:

• Paid medical, dental, vision coverage
• Health/wellness spending account
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Three personal days and two float days annually
• Starting with three weeks’ vacation, increasing to four after two years
• Career development opportunities
• Collaborative team culture
• Wellness programs
• Hybrid work model
• Participation in Communities of Inclusion

Position Summary

Seeking a motivated full-time Specialist in Organ and Tissue Donation (12-month fixed term) for Mississauga area. The role involves guiding hospital policies, coordinating donation processes, and optimizing organ donation outcomes. Based at Credit Valley Hospital, supporting surrounding hospitals.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical assessments and manage potential donors according to guidelines
• Serve as hospital liaison, developing and reviewing policies
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to facilitate donations
• Communicate regularly with hospital teams and donor families
• Maintain referral base and improve donation performance
• Build partnerships and initiate practice changes to increase donations
• Report data to TGLN and support resource requests
• Assess medical history and support organ recovery procedures
• Ensure safety and compliance with health directives
• Work 8-hour shifts, participate in on-call rotations
• Perform additional duties as needed

Qualifications

• Nursing diploma or BSc in Nursing
• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Minimum three years in critical care or organ/tissue donation experience
• Valid G driver’s license and reliable vehicle

Skills & Knowledge

• Compassionate, professional leadership
• Self-directed, team-oriented
• Sensitive to diverse cultural and spiritual needs
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

Employment Details

Type: Temporary, 12 months | Location: Mississauga area | Salary: Educator band | Application deadline: May 23, 2025

Must be an Ontario resident. Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 required unless accommodations are needed.

Additional Information

Ontario Health encourages diverse applicants, including Indigenous peoples, racialized groups, 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and persons with disabilities. Accommodation available during recruitment process.

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