Summary of DutiesThe Odette Cancer Program is seeking a Nurse Practitioner (NP) to support our outpatient Systemic treatment areas. The Nurse Practitioner functions in an expanded nursing role within the Odette Cancer Program demonstrating a high level of autonomy and expert skill to formulate clinical decisions. In collaboration with the interprofessional team, the NP is responsible for managing, in a comprehensive manner the health needs of patients receiving systemic therapy. The NP is responsible for leading the provision of person-centred care by completing comprehensive assessments, ordering diagnostic tests and implementing therapeutic plans of care. The NP is an advanced practice role designed to contribute to the quality of patient care through practice, education, research and leadership practices according to the philosophy and standards of Sunnybrook. The NP collaborates with the Patient Care Manager, Supervisor and Advanced Practice Nurse to enhance nursing practice through the development, implementation and evaluation of best practices.Roles and Responsibilities:Direct specialized patient care for the outpatient systemic therapy patient populationUtilizes a high degree of knowledge, skill and competence in systemic therapyRequires flexibility and adaptability to evolving patient needs and unit demandsPractices within the full scope of the NP role conducting assessments, developing diagnoses and therapeutic care plansPromotes wellness and health promotion in order to provide exemplary quality care through the application of advanced clinical and theoretical knowledge and skillsCommunicates with patients, families, and healthcare providers within the purview of patient care including comprehensive assessment, medical management, counselling, and referrals over the phone and other virtual avenuesDemonstrates sound clinical reasoning and current evidence in decision making,



planning and implementing care.Coordinates with nurses and interprofessional team to stimulate interest and provide cutting-edge learning opportunities to integrate research findings, theory, and technique for advanced patient careProvides leadership in the development of quality improvement initiatives, policies and procedures and best practices.Collaborates with Interprofessional Team and unit leaders in coordinating and providing care for patients and to advance local, program and organizational goals and objectivesSupport leaders and point-of care staff by providing coordination, education and guidance in quality improvement projectsQualifications/Skills:Current College of Nurses of Ontario registration in the extended class (EC) as an NP (adult) requiredMaster in Nursing/Nurse Practitioner (MN-NP) or Masters of Science in Nursing with successful completion of a post Master's Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certificate Program requiredDemonstrated clinical expertise in Oncology as a Nurse Practitioner an asset with relevant systemic oncology, ambulatory or acute care nursing experience preferredCertification in Oncology Nursing preferred or commitment to obtain certification when eligibleCurrent certification in Basic Cardiac Lfe Support requiredExpert knowledge and clinical skills in managing symptoms and complex patient care needs for patients receiving systemic therapyDemonstrated experience through roles of advanced practitioner, educator, researcher and leaderAbility to function collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team and practice in a self-directed mannerParticipate in professional development of staffExcellent complex decision-making skills, interpersonal, team-building, leadership, and oral and written communication skillsExperience precepting undergraduate, graduate and post-graduate nursing students, as well as clinical fellows in their clinical experience, and evaluating their performance #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Nurse Practitioner - Odette Cancer Centre - Regular Full-Time - 2026-18347 (Toronto)
🏢 Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
📍 Toronto