About this role
Union: ONA PMH
Number of Vacancies: 1
New or Replacement: Replacement
Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
Department: Malignant Hematology Day Unit
Reports to: Nurse Manager
Wage Range: $41.15 - $58.98 per hour (start rate is non-negotiable)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Shifts: 8H, 10H and 12H shifts; Weekdays, Weekends and Holidays
Status: Temporary Full-Time (1 year contract)
Closing Date: October 15, 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
As a member of the UHN and the Nursing Multi-disciplinary Team, the Registered Nurse practices in accordance with relevant legislation/standards, meeting the legal and ethical requirements of the profession. The principal responsibilities include:
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 UHNEnsuring practice is consistent with professional standards and the ethical framework as outlined by the College of Nurses of Ontario and the UHN policy and procedureDemonstrating commitment to professional lifelong learning by participating in continuing education activities to meet the needs of the patient population served and the standards of the professionPerforming reflective practice, analyzing and evaluating nursing knowledge and modifying practice accordingly to improve the quality of nursing and patient carePerforming cross-functional and other responsibilities, as assigned and/or requested. Current registration with the College of Nurses of OntarioBachelors of Science in Nursing preferredCompleted Chemotherapy courseCurrent Basic Cardiac Life Support (B.C.L.S.) and C.P.R. certificationMalignant Hematology experience preferredOncology experience preferredOncology nurse certification preferredExcellent IV skillsWorking knowledge of Central Venous Catheters, Port-a-cath and PICC linesGood verbal and written communication skillsEvidence of co-operative and facilitative relationships while working with a multidisciplinary team, and the ability to work independentlyEvidence of good physical assessment, psycho-social, and patient/family teaching skillsDemonstrated knowledge and ability to utilize the nursing process in planning, implementing and evaluating patient careDemonstrated leadership/in-charge skills, and evidence of strong organizational and decision-making skillsEvidence of commitment to self-directed learningSatisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's Attendance Management ProgramExperience working with delivery of blood and blood products preferred 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 serviceA flexible work environment Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organizationCurrent 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.
All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.
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