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Union: Non-Union

Number of vacancies: 1

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 - $62.32 per hour

Shifts: Monday-Sunday - Days/Evenings

Status: Permanent Full-Time

Closing Date: June 24, 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

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 collaborative practice

Ability to work effectively independently and under stressful conditions

Ability to utilize information technology

Why join UHN?
In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

Competitive offer packages

Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)

Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service

A flexible work setting

Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization

Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on‑site gyms, etc.)

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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📌 Clinical Nurse Specialist - Geriatric Emergency Medicine, Emergency Department (Ontario)
🏢 University Health Network
📍 Ontario