Registered Nurse - Inpatient Leukemia Job Toronto area,Ontario Canada,Nursing

Company 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 consists of 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, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care.

UHN has the largest hospital-based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

Job Description

Union: ONA
Number of Vacancies: 1
Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
Department: 15A Inpatient Leukemia
Reports to: Nurse Manager
Work Model: On-Site
Wage Range: $ $ per hour (start rate is non-negotiable and in accordance with collective agreement requirements)
Hours: 12 Hour Shifts
Shifts: Days/Nights, Weekends, Holidays
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Repost Date
:
January 6, 2026
Closing Date: January 13, 2026

Position Summary

As a member of the interdisciplinary Team, the Registered Nurse practices in accordance with relevant legislation/standards, the UHN Professional Practice Model and the mission and vision of nursing at the UHN to provide compassionate, collaborative and competent care, while meeting the legal and ethical requirements of the profession. 15A Leukemia unit is a 17th bed nursing unit with skilled oncology nurses working in a team model approach caring for newly diagnosed Leukemia patients.

The team members are able to build therapeutic relationships with patients and families during their length of stay which averages about 1 month. The team members are positive and passionate about achieving best patient care outcomes by advocating for safety. The unit has a dedicated Advance Practice Nurse Educators and Patient Care Coordinator shared within the Leukemia program to support nursing and the multidisciplinary team members.

There are educational opportunities available for all staff to enhance their knowledge and skill.

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 the 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.

Performing head to toe assessments

Administering blood products and intravenous meds via central venous access device

Chemotherapy administration offered through DeSouza Institute

Qualifications

Current Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario required

Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification required

Flexible and able to work effectively and efficiently within a interdisciplinary patient care team

Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position

Excellent interpersonal, communication and decision-making skills

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Excellent computer skills

BScN degree preferred

Additional Information

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…


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