Clinical Nurse Specialist Geriatric Emergency Medicine

Union: Non-Union
Number of vacancies: 1
New or Replacement Position: Replacement
Site: Toronto General Hospital / Toronto Western Hospital
Department: Geriatric Emergency Medicine (GEM) Emergency Department (ED)
Reports to: Clinical Director
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Wage Range: $49.86 - $62.32 per hour
Shifts: Monday-Sunday - Days/Evenings
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Closing Date: June 21 2026

Position summary

The Clinical Nurse Specialist Geriatric Emergency Medicine with a specialty-based focus functions in an expanded nursing role demonstrating a high level of autonomy and clinical expertise in the care of geriatric patients with acute and chronic illnesses while also promoting wellness. This role involves advanced clinical decision-making and leadership in nursing practice. The Clinical Nurse Specialist serves as a leader and change agent supporting the implementation of best practices and the advancement of nursing standards in the Emergency Department (ED).

Duties

• Conduct comprehensive gerontological assessment using appropriate screening tools and clinical cognitive and physical assessment (review of significant lab/x-ray tests and current as well as past medical records) and identification of high-risk patient for facilitation of appropriate interdisciplinary follow-up
• Coach mentor and support staff in the continued development of advanced clinical skills critical decision making and patient centered care
• Perform quality improvement and administrative responsibilities
• Conduct research activities; deliver coordinate and participate in education initiatives
• Engage in activities that support the development and advancement of the profession
• Serve as a consultant to individuals and groups within the professional community and other hospital/agencies
• Perform other duties consistent with the job classification as required

Qualifications :

• Completion of a masters degree in nursing or recognized equivalent
• Specialty certificate in gerontology preferred
• Five (5) years experience in an acute care setting
• Experience in nursing research methodology
• Eligible for cross-appointment to an academic institution
• Current certificate of registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent coaching and mentoring 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 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 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 :

Full-time