Clinical Nurse Specialist, Oncology Wound and Ostomy

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:  Non-union

A Wound and Ostomy Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre is an advanced practice registered nurse who provides expert clinical guidance and support in the care of patients with complex wounds, ostomies, and disease or treatment-related skin conditions, with a focus on oncology related wounds. The CNS collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care strategies for patients undergoing cancer treatment who are at risk for or affected by skin integrity issues, including but not limited to surgical wounds, malignant wounds, pressure injuries, radiation dermatitis, and ostomy management. The CNS plays a pivotal role in maintaining skin integrity, promoting healing, wound related symptom management, preventing infection, and improving the overall quality of life for their patients. This role helps in advancing patient-centered care, clinical education, and program excellence while developing clinical guidelines, contributing to policy development, and mentoring nursing staff to enhance patient-centered care. The ideal candidate is a compassionate, detail-oriented, and highly skilled nurse with advanced training and certification in wound and ostomy, as well as experience in oncology nursing.

• Assess and evaluate patients’ wounds to determine the appropriate course of treatment
• Develop and implement individualized wound care plans
• Clean and dress wounds, perform debridement and other wound care procedures as required
• Monitor and document patient progress, updating treatment plans as necessary
• Educate patients and their families on wound care best practices and infection prevention
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians and other healthcare professionals, to optimize patient care
• Stay updated with the latest wound care research, techniques, and products
• Manage wound care supplies and ensure their availability
• Provide emotional support and education to patients and their families
• Conduct regular follow-up appointments to monitor healing and make necessary adjustments to care plans

Qualifications

• Current certificate of registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Completion of a Master’s Degree in Nursing or a recognized equivalent
• Current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (required)
• Advanced nursing practice expertise preferred
• 3-5 years of experience in oncology nursing, preferably with wound/ostomy care experience (preferred)
• Certification in wound care (preferred)
• Certification in Oncology Nursing (preferred)
• Membership in relevant professional organizations (e.g., RNAO, CANO) (preferred)
• Program planning, development, implementation, and evaluation methodology skills
• Experience with clinical research and data collection methodologies
• Eligibility for cross-appointment to an academic institution
• Knowledge of patient-reported outcomes and quality improvement methodologies
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and time management skills
• Proficiency in utilizing information technology and data management tools
• Excellent coaching and mentoring skills

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 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 )
• 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.