University Health Network
Location
Toronto, ON | Canada
Job description
The University Health Network, where “above all else the needs of patients come first”, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of “Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning”, the University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.
Union: ONA
Site: Toronto General Hospital
Department: Nephrology/Endocrine
Reports to: Clinical Manager
Hours: 37.5 hours per week; Mon to Fri
Salary: $39.97 - $56.37 (start rate in accordance with collective agreement)
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Closing Date: March 14, 2024
As a member of the interdisciplinary client care team, the CARE LEADER collaborates with other members of the team to ensure the effective management of client outcomes. The primary responsibilities of the CARE LEADER include: providing a clinical leadership and resource role within the nursing team; coordinating client care management processes such as home care coordination; providing direct patient care through:
Assessment - systematically collecting data about the client for initial peritoneal dialysis treatment, on-going self or assisted care.
Planning - identifying priorities, target dates, strategies or interventions in order to contribute to the individualized care plan that achieves optimal outcome for the client.;
Implementation - safely and effectively performing the strategies and interventions directed by the care plan.
Evaluation - systematically evaluating the extent to which the best possible outcomes have been achieved, the overall nursing practice and system for delivering care including care provision within the community; documenting client records; continually acquiring and upgrading knowledge and skills; providing educational guidance to client population, students and care team members; participating in related research activities; acting as a client advocate by protecting and promoting client rights; assuming other "Charge" responsibilities as assigned; performing other duties consistent with the job classification, as required.
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.
All UHN Employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series, approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, as a condition of hire. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. Should you be the successful candidate, you will be required to comply with UHN’s mandatory Vaccination Policy that is in effect.
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.
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