Registered Nurse Brain Program

Union: ONA
Number of Vacancies: 1
Site: Toronto Rehabilitation Institute - University Centre 
Department: Brain Program - ABI Service - 10 South
Reports to: Program Services Manager
Wage Range: $39.07 - 56.00 per hour (start rate is non-negotiable and determined in accordance with collective agreement requirements)
Hours: 1.0 FTE
Shifts: Days/Night/Weekends
Status: Temporary Full-Time (Approximately 3 months)
Closing Date: October 16 2025

Job Summary

At University Health Network which consists of Toronto General Toronto Western Princess Margaret and Toronto Rehab hospitals nothing is more important to us than our team of dedicated employees. UHN focuses on creating and maintaining a workplace of choice where our people are recognized and valued. We focus on creating a workplace where people enjoy the challenge of their career create and engage in best practices and are treated with respect.

A leader in adult rehabilitation and complex continuing care the Toronto Rehabilitation Institute brings together innovative patient care groundbreaking research and diverse education to help people overcome or recover from disabling injury illness or age-related conditions.

Duties

As a member of the rehabilitation team the Registered Nurse practices in accordance with relevant legislation/ standards meeting the legal and ethical requirements of the profession. The principal responsibilities include: planning managing evaluating and coordinating comprehensive professional nursing care for patients and families within the context of an interdisciplinary practice; using theoretical and research knowledge and the input of team members to plan and implement care including health promotion for ABI rehabilitation patients and families; educating patients family referring facilities and other community providers regarding ABI rehabilitation; participating in interprofessional team care planning forums rounds and family conferences; providing leadership supervision and mentorship to students and new staff on the units related to rehabilitation; participating in professional programs and hospital-wide initiatives including professional development of self; complying with and commitment to patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients.

Qualifications :

• Baccalaureate degree in Nursing preferred
• Member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Recent experience in ABI rehabilitation preferred
• Knowledge and demonstrated ability to use behavioral management strategies (Everyday Behavior Tools) preferred
• Successful completion of Basic Cardiac Life Support (C level) Heart Saver Plus (Canada)
• Ability to demonstrate strong health assessment skills
• Excellent conceptual and theoretical understanding of nursing concepts and ability to articulate the concepts as they relate to ABI rehabilitation
• Superior clinical decision-making skills that reflect patient centeredness problem solving and critical thinking
• Excellent interpersonal leadership and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Demonstrated ability to use theoretical concepts and research findings in practice
• Demonstrated ability to teach students within the context of a teaching hospital
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of an inter-professional team
• Excellent knowledge of standards of rehabilitation nursing practice and applicable health care legislation
• Demonstrated ability to identify and meet own learning needs for pursue ongoing professional development
• Ability to provide substantiated rationale for clinical management of patient care
• Computer proficiency required

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 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 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 :

Contract