Union: ONA
Number of Vacancies : 1
New or Replacement Position: Replacement
Site: Toronto Rehabilitation Institute - E.W. Bickle Centre
Department: South 4 Progressive and Geriatric Rehabilitation Unit
Reports to: Program Services Manager
Salary Range: $41.15 - $58.98 per hour (start rate in accordance with collective agreement)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Shifts: Days/Night (Combination of 8 & 12 hours shift)
Status: Temporary Full-Time (8 months, may extend)
Closing Date: August 27, 2026
Position Summary The Low Tolerance Long Duration (LTLD)/Geri unit is a 48 bed inpatient unit located on South 4 at the E.W. Bickle Centre on Dunn Ave. We offer rehabilitation to people who will benefit from therapies at a slower pace and with less intensity. Often, our patients have multiple co-morbidities, such as diabetes, multiple sclerosis or heart disease in addition to the injury or illness that led to their hospitalization.
We provide rehabilitation to patients who have a discharge destination. As soon as possible after you arrive, we will work with you and your loved ones to plan your discharge, to help you make a safe and successful transition to the next stage of your rehabilitation in the community.
Duties Will be required to accept a patient assignment as needed
Plan, manage, evaluate and coordinate comprehensive professional nursing care for patients and families within the context of an interdisciplinary practice.
Use theoretical and empirical knowledge and the input of team members to plan and implement care for patients admitted to LTLD/Geri Rehab and their families
Education of patients, family, referring facilities and other community providers regarding philosophy of rehab nursing




Participate in inter-professional team care planning forums, inter-professional rounds and family conferences
Provides leadership, supervision and mentorship to students and new staff on the unit related to LTLD/Geri Rehab
Participate in professional, program and hospital-wide initiatives, including professional development of self
Demonstrates understanding of, compliance with, and commitment to, patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans, policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients
Qualifications & Experience Member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
Baccalaureate degree in Nursing preferred
Experience in Low Tolerance Long Duration rehabilitation preferred
Certification in gerontology or rehab nursing preferred
Specialty certification preferred (Canadian Nurses Association)
Successful completion of Basic Cardiac Life Support (C level) Heart Saver Plus (Canada)
Member, Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (RNAO), OARN (SIG) preferred
Excellent conceptual and theoretical understanding of nursing concepts and ability to articulate the concepts as they relate to Rehabilitation Nursing Model of Care
Superior clinical decision-making skills that reflect patient centeredness, problem solving and critical thinking
Excellent communication, interpersonal,



and leadership skills
Demonstrated ability to use theoretical concepts and research findings in practice
Demonstrated ability to teach students within the context of a teaching hospital
Proven ability to work independently, and as part of an inter-professional team
Excellent knowledge of standards of rehabilitation nursing practice and applicable health care legislation
Demonstrated ability to identify and meet own learning needs for pursue ongoing career development
Ability to provide substantiated rationale for clinical management of patient care
Successful candidate is required to work rotational shift
Computer proficiency required or willing to pursue appropriate training in computer software
Good attendance required
Ability to demonstrate strong health assessment skills
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 environment
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.)

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📌 Registered Nurse - Progressive and Geriatric Rehabilitation Unit (Ontario)
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