Job Number: JR104888 Job Title: Nurse Practitioner, Paediatric Oncology Job Category: Nurse Hospital Location: Centenary Site Job Type: Permanent, Full time Number of Positions: 1 Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $70.59 - $78.59 Hours: Days, Evenings
Across our three hospitals and eight satellite sites, Scarborough Health Network (SHN) is shaping the future of care. Our many programs and services are designed around the needs of one of Canada’s most vibrant and diverse communities. We are home to North America’s largest nephrology program, as well as the designated cardiac care and spine centre for Scarborough and surrounding communities to the east. We are proud to be a community-affiliated teaching site for the University of Toronto and partner with a number of other universities and colleges, helping to train the next generation of health care professionals. SHN is the recipient of the 2021 Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award, from the Canadian College of Health Leaders, for our leading edge work on Communities of Inclusion, Inclusion Calendar, Health Equity Certificate Program and much more. We are also proud to be named Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures for 2023 – 2025 and Greater Toronto's Top Employers for 2026. Learn more at shn.ca
Job Description:
Position Overview:
Working as a collaborative member of the interprofessional team, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) functions in an expanded role demonstrating a high level autonomy and expert skill to formulate clinical decisions and appropriately manage inpatient and outpatient activity for paediatric patients in oncology care.
Kids Oncology Clinic:
The NP leads the provision of comprehensive paediatric services in the Oncology clinic. As a satellite clinic of the Paediatric Oncology Group of Ontario (POGO), the clinic provides care closer to home for children diagnosed with cancer. The NP works with the interprofessional team to provide assessments, coordination, and management of treatments for patients in the clinic as well as recommendations in the inpatient paediatric unit. The NP provides ongoing education and support to the interprofessional team and leads quality improvement projects.
The NP will:
Practice in accordance with the Regulated Health Professions Act, the Practice Standards set by the College of Nurses of Ontario and standards set out for the Nurse Practitioner
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the needs of patients in collaboration with the interprofessional team
Perform patient assessments, medical history, physical, and psychosocial assessments
Treat and prescribe within the scope of Registered Nurse, Extended Class, while adhering to evidence-based practice
Order and interpret diagnostic tests and reports
Develop and monitor care plans with patients/families, inpatient unit, the interprofessional team, and community partner
Arrange specialist referrals and appointments
Take accountability and responsibility for making referrals to various clinical resources, liaising between hospital, specialists, and community services as the patient’s advocate
Ensure linkages and collaborative transitions of care
Lead quality improvement activities
Assist with clinic flow and booking procedures
Requirements:
Masters of Nursing
Current Registration in the Extended Class with the College of Nurses of Ontario
3 years recent clinical work experience with paediatric oncology
Must have professional liability protection (RNAO or equivalent)
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification required
Current Paediatric Advanced Life Support certification required
Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment and to assess situations and problems efficiently and effectively
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work well within an interprofessional team and to foster effective working relationships
Proven good attendance record with capability of maintaining this same standard
Demonstrates values consistent with SHN’s Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with Health and Safety policy and legislation
Utilize protective equipment provided and identify and reports hazards
Engages in ethical conduct and strives to understand and appreciate the diversity of our patient/staff population and community
Excellent work performance
Asset
APHON chemotherapy course
Membership in professional organizations preferred
Ability to speak another language
This opportunity is posted to support the recruitment of an existing vacant position.
This opportunity is posted to support the recruitment of an existing vacant position.
Accommodation and Diversity Statement:
Scarborough Health Network (SHN) embraces and celebrates our community’s unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHN is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike.
We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one’s personal identity and/or values.
We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.
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