Company Description
UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada’s top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care. UHN has the largest hospital‑based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto.

UHN’s vision is to build A Healthier World and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

Job Description

Union: ONA

Replacement or New: Replacement

Number of Vacancies: 1

Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre

Department: Inpatient Leukemia 15A

Reports to: Nurse Manager

Wage Range: $ - $ per hour (start rate is non‑negotiable)

Hours: hours per week

Shifts: Days, Nights, Weekends, Holidays 12 hour shifts

Status: Temporary Full‑Time (1 year contract)

Closing Date: May 28, 2026

Position Summary
The Princess Margaret Cancer Centre has 12 site groups and 26 specialty clinics, and almost 3,000 staff who see over 400,000 patient visits every year.

Its 800,000 square feet house 130 inpatient beds, 373,000 square feet of research space and 17 radiation treatment machines, making it one of the largest comprehensive cancer treatment facilities in the world and the largest radiation treatment centre in Canada.

As a member of the interdisciplinary team, the Registered Nurse practices in accordance with relevant legislation and standards,



the UHN Professional Practice Model and the mission and vision of nursing at the UHN to provide compassionate, collaborative and competent care while meeting the legal and ethical requirements of the profession. 15A Leukemia unit is a 17 bed nursing unit with skilled oncology nurses working in a team model approach caring for newly diagnosed Leukemia patients. The team members are able to build therapeutic relationships with patients and families during their length of stay which averages about 1 month.

The unit has a dedicated Advanced Practice Nurse Educator and Patient Care Coordinator shared within the Leukemia program to support nursing and the multidisciplinary team members. There are educational opportunities available for all staff to enhance their knowledge and skill.

The successful candidate will bring a commitment to Primary Nursing Care as the care delivery model.

Duties

Applying knowledge of nursing science, theory, skill and critical decision making in the provision of compassionate, collaborative and competent care in accordance with the UHN Professional Practice Model for Nursing and the mission and vision of nursing at the UHN

Ensuring practice is consistent with professional standards and the ethical framework as outlined by the College of Nurses of Ontario and the UHN policy and procedure

Demonstrating commitment to qualified lifelong learning by participating in continuing education activities to meet the needs of the patient population served and the standards of the profession

Performing reflective practice, analyzing and evaluating nursing knowledge and modifying practice accordingly to improve the quality of nursing and patient care





Performing cross‑functional and other responsibilities, as assigned and/or requested

Qualifications

Completion of a university, college, or other approved nursing program required

Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) program

Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Chemotherapy administration certification

Experience in the care of the client with oncologic disorders required

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Evidence of cooperative and facilitative relationships when working with interdisciplinary direct care team

Evidence of commitment to team building and working within a patient focused care model

Ability to function entirely independently

Strong crisis intervention/problem solving skills

Evidence of strong physical assessment and the ability to predict changes in patient status

Evidence of effective psychosocial, and patient/family teaching skills

Demonstrated knowledge and ability to utilize the nursing process in planning, implementing and evaluating patient care

Evidence of commitment to self‑directed learning

Recent hematology/oncology/bone marrow transplant experience

Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred

Additional Information
UHN offers a range of benefits, programs and perks, including:

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 setting

Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization

Additional perks such as travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on‑site gyms and more

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.

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📌 Registered Nurse - Inpatient Leukemia (Ontario)
🏢 University Health Network
📍 Ontario