Registered Nurse - Amputee Rehabilitation Service

Union: ONA

New or Replacement Position: Replacement

Number of vacancies: 1

Site: West Park Healthcare Centre

Department: Amputee Rehabilitation Service

Reports to: Manager, Program Services

Hours: 22.5 hours per week

Wage Range: $41.15 - $58.98 per hour (start rate in accordance with collective agreement)

Shifts: 8 hour shifts; days/evenings

Status: Permanent Part Time

Closing Date: November 5, 2026
Position Summary

The role of the Registered Nurse is the promotion of health and the assessment of, the provision of care for and the treatment of health conditions by supportive, preventative, therapeutic, palliative and rehabilitative means in order to attain or maintain optimal function.
Duties
Plan, manage, evaluate and coordinate comprehensive professional nursing care for patients and families within the context of an inter-professional practice and primary nursing model
Use theoretical and empirical knowledge and the input of team members to plan and implement care for patients and their families
Education of patients, family, referring facilities and other community providers regarding care of patients
Participate in inter-professional team care planning forums, inter-professional rounds and family conferences
Provide leadership, supervision and mentorship to students and new staff on the unit related to Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation nursing
Participate in professional, program and hospital-wide initiatives, including professional development of self
Compliance with and commitment to patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans, policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients

Must be able to achieve 80% in the Functional Independent Measure (FIM) certification exam within the probationary period or within the trial period and on recertification exams if applying to work on any of the following rehabilitation units: 3C (Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation), 3D POD 1 (Amputee Rehabilitation), 2C (Neurological Rehabilitation), 1D (TB Rehabilitation) and 5D (Respiratory Rehabilitation)
Diploma in Nursing
Baccalaureate degree in Nursing from an approved nursing program preferred
Member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
Ability to perform the essential clinical duties of the job
Ability leading others, including the effective management of challenging interpersonal situations
Effective communication, problem-solving and decision-making and reliable work habits
Commitment to continuing professional development
Demonstrated commitment to team success
Resilience and effective coping strategies to manage change
Computer literacy in word processing and Electronic Patient Record
Working knowledge of the College of Nurses of Ontario standards of practice
Able to perform multiple admissions assessments in EPR on a daily basis.
Able to work cohesively with the interdisciplinary team in a fast pace environment

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.)

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. At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.

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.