Clinical Nurse Specialist Older Adults with Cancer Clinic
Clinical Nurse Specialist Older Adults with Cancer Clinic
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Job Description
Union:NonUnion
Site:Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
Department:Older Adults with Cancer Clinic (OACC)
Reports to:Director Professional Practice
Work Model: OnSite
Wage Range:$48.40 $60.50 per hour
Hours:18.75 Hours per Week
Status:Permanent PartTime
Closing Date: May 9 2025
Position summary
As an integral member of the multidisciplinary team the Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) will work collaboratively with the team(s) involved in the plan of care of ambulatory patients referred to the Older Adults with Cancer Clinic (OACC). The CNS in the OACC uses advanced clinical judgement and nursing knowledge to complete standardized comprehensive geriatric assessments (CGA) and develops patientspecific care plans in collaboration with the interprofessional team. As a leader the CNS will foster an environment where the geriatric oncology team works collaboratively with the attending team(s) to meet the needs of the patient and family. In addition to clinical care the CNS time is further divided between systems leadership advancement of nursing practice and evaluation/research which fluctuates based on the needs of the OACC.
Duties
- Participate in research activities including ongoing establishment of metrics data collection and translation of research findings into clinical practice
- Design develop and implement geriatric oncology educational programs and professional development activities
- Provide mentorship and coaching to further develop and strengthen nursing skills in geriatric oncology.
- Engage in nursing leadership activities locally nationally and internationally with the goals of influencing geriatric oncology practice change at UHN and further meeting the strategic priorities of the OACC
Qualifications :
- Completion of a graduate degree program in Nursing (Masters degree program in Nursing) or recognized equivalent
- A minimum of 5 years relevant experience in oncology and preferably geriatrics experience
- Completion of a Basic Cardiac Life Support (B.C.L.S. program
- Current Certificate of (licensure)/registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Certification in Oncology Nursing preferred
- Knowledge of data management programs
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Effective interpersonal and customer services 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
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 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 onsite gyms etc.
Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHNs 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.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Parttime
Employment Type
Part-time
