Nurse Practitioner - Nephrology

The University Health Network, where “above all else the needs of patients come first”, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of “Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning”, the University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world. 

Union: Non-Union
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Nephrology
Reports to: Clinical Director
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Closing Date: December 27, 2024

The nurse practitioner (NP), having a specialty-based focus, functions in an expanded nursing role demonstrating a high level of autonomy and expert skill to formulate clinical decisions. The NP practices according to the philosophy and standards of UHN and the Division of Nephrology and integrates knowledge and skill from nursing and medicine in order to assess, evaluate, diagnose, and treat individuals who have renal failure requiring in-center hemodialysis. The role is a balance of independent practice and collaboration with the nephrology interdisciplinary health care teams and work in a team of nephrology NPs. We welcome NPs newly graduated, or one semester ready from completion, with a supportive community of practice to help develop the NP in the acquisition of specialized nephrology skills, knowledge, and experience during the immediate onboarding and beyond.

• Completion of Master of Nursing, Nurse Practitioner Program or Combine Master of Nursing/ Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner Certificate (or one semester from completion)
• Registered Nurse (Extended Class) certification complete or pending
• Current Certificate of Competence with College of Nurses of Ontario
• Three to five years clinical practice in nephrology nursing in an acute treatment center an asset
• Previous hemodialysis nursing experience an asset
• Commitment to complete CNA certification in nephrology in 3 years time
• Individuals with interest in nursing research methodology welcomed
• Eligible for cross-appointment to an academic institution
• Membership in the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (RNAO) and CANNT
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Effective interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Excellent decision making, problem recognition, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Program planning and evaluation methodology skills
• Commitment to collaborative practice
• Ability to work effectively independently and under stressful conditions
• Ability to work in a self-directed manner
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple demands
• Ability to utilize information technology

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.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates.  Please ensure you check your email regularly.

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.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.