Job Description

IMAGINE a hospital where everyone is committed to excellence. We did. We are. From boardroom to bedside, we go above and beyond to offer the best and safest patient care. At North York General Hospital (NYGH), we put our patients first in everything we do. We are achieving a new standard of excellence in integrated patient-centered care and as one of Canada\'s leading community academic hospitals, we are building on our academic foundation through enhanced education, research and innovation. North York General Hospital is part of North York Toronto Health Partners, a collaborative partnership with patients, primary care, and community partners, a first- generation Ontario Health Team, driving the development of a locally integrated health system to serve the community. As part of our dynamic team, you too can stand out and be amazing! At North York General, our team is making a world of difference. #NYGHIndeed #LI-BR1

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to strengthen and promote health protection to patients, staff and members of the public attending in the hospital, prior to the first day of employment with the Hospital, all successful candidates are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination (full vaccination is required) from the Ontario Ministry of Health website or other authorized source. An individual is fully vaccinated if they have provided proof of vaccination in the form of a receipt from COVaxON (the Ministry\'s provincial system for COVID-19 vaccination information) and 14 days have elapsed from the final dose. In the event that you are unable to be vaccinated as a result of a ground protected under the Human Rights Code, you may submit a written explanation of the ground and any supporting documentation to determine if you are exempt from this requirement.

Position Summary

Clinical Nurse Specialist
Your goal in this position is to provide leadership and promote the enhancement of palliative care in a diverse population across a continuum with primarily focus on oncology patients receiving home based palliative care. You will initiate and participate in professional and organizational activities to improve and advance nursing practice in the area of oncology/palliative care. You assume a leadership role in influencing clinical practice and patient outcomes and collaborates with the broader health care team and community partners regarding complex and challenging patient care situations. You integrate research into practice to ensure best practice standards are maintained. You will create, utilize, and/or disseminate new nursing knowledge. This position supports the hospital\'s academic mandate by advancing care through teaching and learning and/or transforming care through research and innovation. This position contributes to the shared responsibility of ensuring health and safety policies are followed to provide for a healthy environment for patients, families, staff, physicians and volunteers.

On a practical level, you will

• Provide assessment and management of cancer pain and symptoms as well as end of life care for patients in the community

• Provide assessment and consultation, in palliative care (primarily) to patients/families with complex and challenging health care needs in the community or home setting.

• Work in partnership with program leadership and front line staff to develop, implement and evaluate best practices in oncology and palliative care within the Cancer Care Program and across the organization

• Participate in inter-professional education initiatives involving nurses, physicians, allied health team members and students

• Play a leadership role in quality activities and programmatic development

• Lead the development and evaluation of policies, standards of care, and clinical services in relation to the assessment and management of patients requiring oncology and palliative care including their families

• Engage in or conduct research and participate in inter-professional education/research projects, as required

• Engage in scholarly activities, such as presentations and publications

Qualifications

• Masters in Nursing is a requirement; and a specialty in palliative care is preferred

• CNA certification in Hospice Palliative Care or Oncology, an asset

• Current certificate of registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario in good standing

• Previous experience as a CNS (Palliative Care), preferred

• 3 - 5 years recent experience in oncology/palliative care nursing including experience in symptom management

• Eligible for cross appointment with Faculty of Nursing, University of Toronto or another academic institution

• Knowledge or experience of community/in-home nursing preferred

• Expert clinical skills in the assessment and management of cancer pain and symptoms as well as end of life care.

• Commitment and demonstrated ability at inter-professional practice.

• Demonstrated academic involvement (teaching/research).

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, along with excellent leadership and collaboration skills.

• Excellent dialogue and facilitation skills, change management skills and project management skills.

• Knowledge or experience of community/in-home nursing preferred.

• Valid Ontario Driver\'s license and vehicle.

What We Offer

Working at NYGH means working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada\'s leading hospitals. This is a Full Time Temporary position (6-month opportunity), 75 hours bi-weekly, 8 hour shifts, Days, in the Ambulatory & Cancer Care Program. We offer a highly competitive total compensation package which may include benefits, pension, vacation pay, or pay in lieu of benefits, when applicable. If you were searching for more reasons to consider joining the wonderful team at NYGH, check out some features of our Total Rewards package by visiting nygh.on.ca

FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY: As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital\'s Occupational Health and Safety department.

How to Apply

Think you\'re the right person for the job? Here\'s your first chance to show us why:

• Ensure to meet the deadline - only applications received by the closing date will be considered.
• We will review all applications and will contact those selected for an interview.

At North York General, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities. North York General is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

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