Position Profile:
Hennick Humber Hospital. Tomorrow's Healthcare, Today.
Since opening our doors in 2015 as North America’s first fully digital hospital, we remain unwavering in our belief that we can change the hospital where we work, the community where we live, and the world of healthcare beyond our borders. Serving a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto, Equity Inclusivity and active participation in the North West Toronto Ontario Health Team are key initiatives important to our Team. At Humber River Health, we use a custom combination of technology and clinical expertise to rebuild elements of care. We make technology work for staff and physicians; giving them more time to spend with patients, to eliminate inefficiencies, and to reduce the chance of errors. Humber River Health is formally affiliated with both the University of Toronto and Queen’s University and committed to becoming a community academic hospital. Clinical Excellence, Optimizing Care through Technology and Community Connection frame our Research Strategy.
At Humber River Health, we’re not hoping for a renaissance, we are making it happen. As part of our dynamic team, you can lead the way, as we continue our journey towards high reliability care!
Join our professional team as we work together to deliver compassionate care that is responsive to the healthcare needs of our community.
At Humber River Health we continue to advance the important role we play as we advocate for healthcare initiatives in the diverse community we serve. As a member of a specialized interdisciplinary Stroke Prevention Clinic, the Nurse Practitioner will use advanced practice skills to provide assessment, coordination and provision of services to clients/families including crises intervention and short term management.
Are you a compassionate Nurse Practitioner who is focused on delivering high-quality, safe-care? If yes, we invite you to read the details below then apply.
Temporary Fulltime
Contract Duration: May 30, 2026
Schedule Requirements: Monday to Friday
Location: Wilson Site
Employee Group: ONA
Hourly Rate Range: $65.09 - $80.90
Reporting Relationship: Manager, Ambulatory Medical Clinics
Responsibilities:
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Development and ongoing evaluation of the Stroke Prevention clinic
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Responsible for the day to day operations of the clinic
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Making service delivery/program changes in response to volumes and client needs
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Promoting stroke prevention best practices in the care of client that have experienced a suspected transient ischemic attack (TIA), minor non-disabling stroke, and/or have vascular risk factors.
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Triaging urgency of referrals using professional judgment and coordinating diagnostic and laboratory testing that are within the RN (EC) scope of practice by utilizing medical directives.
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Provide pharmacological interventions that include prescribing medications as per RN (EC) scope of practice and by implementation of medical directives.
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Initiate, renew, titrate and discontinue pharmacotherapy as appropriate to ensure vascular risk factors for stroke are well managed meeting stroke prevention guideline targets. Will evaluate outcomes of individual patient care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
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In keeping with professional standards of practice, obtains and/or disseminates only that information which is relevant to meeting the client’s identified needs and with appropriate legal authorization, either in the form of signed consents or direct authorization from the client or designated substitute decision-maker.
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Utilizes expert communication skills by being a link between the client, consultants, resources and the referral source which may be required to coordinate the provision of service to the client.
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Work in a manner to ensure safety to oneself, clients and their families, colleagues and the work environment.
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Participates in reflective practice as per identified college standards
Qualifications:
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Master of Nursing Degree
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NP – Adult, RN(EC), Registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
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Member of the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario preferred
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Minimum 3 years experience in geriatrics and/or community nursing services.
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Knowledge of geriatric psychiatry, community resources, crisis work and a working knowledge of the Regulated Health Profession Act, Mental Health Act, Health Care Consent Act and Substitute Decisions Act.
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Knowledge of the principles of adult education
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Demonstrated experience and proficiency in the provision of effective clinical consultation for the complex frail elderly.
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Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to establish positive relationships with all staff, clients, families, and community agencies.
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Understanding of Canadian Stroke Best Practice Recommendations (CSPR).
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Excellent problem solving ability and critical thinking skills and able to work independently in collaboration with interdisciplinary team
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Experienced in Program Development and evaluation and analysis of statistics
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Experience in Change Management an asset.
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Ability to adapt positively to changes.
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Excellent verbal and written presentation skills
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Proficiency with computer applications including Microsoft applications
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Strong knowledge of Quality improvement processes and LEAN process improvement
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Excellent attendance and discipline free record required.
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An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset. Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices.
Why choose Humber River Health?
At Humber River Health, our staff, physicians, and volunteers are lighting new ways in healthcare. We are proud to be recognized as a part of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. We support employees by providing evidence-based leadership and cultivating a culture that consistently wows with our unwavering commitment to Staff, Physician and Volunteer engagement. We are a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and are deeply involved in research and academic collaboration. We are dedicated to high-quality patient care and demonstrate our values of compassion, professionalism, and respect. All employees have the opportunity to contribute to the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), one of Canada's leading defined benefit pension plans, featuring employer-matched contributions to help you build a secure retirement.
Humber River Health is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of our communities. Guided by our strategic direction to embed equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do – and to address systemic barriers – we foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute.
We welcome applications from individuals of all equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons living with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and seniors. We recognize that diverse identities and perspectives strengthen our ability to deliver safe, innovative and compassionate care.
As an equal opportunity employer, Humber River Health complies with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected ground.
Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and employment. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss your needs confidentially.
This position is being posted in response to an existing vacancy at Humber River Health.
