Union: Non-Union

Number of vacancies: 2

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 to $62.32 per hour

Shifts: Monday-Sunday - Days/Evenings

Status: Permanent Full-Time

Closing Date: August 6, 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

Required Qualifications

- Completion of a master's 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 team-oriented practice
- Ability to work effectively independently and under stressful conditions
- Ability to utilize information technology

Why join UHN?





- Competitive offer packages
- Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP
- Close 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, in office gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates.

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.

At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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