Position Profile
Humber River Health. Lighting New Ways In Healthcare.
Since opening our doors in 2015 as North America’s first fully digital hospital, we remain unwavering in our belief that we can change the hospital where we work, the community where we live, and the world of healthcare beyond our borders. Serving a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto, Equity Inclusivity and active participation in the North West Toronto Ontario Health Team are key initiatives important to our Team. At Humber River Health, we use a custom combination of technology and clinical expertise to rebuild elements of care. We make technology work for staff and physicians; giving them more time to spend with patients, to eliminate inefficiencies, and to reduce the chance of errors. Humber River Health is formally affiliated with both the University of Toronto and Queen’s University and committed to becoming a community academic hospital. Clinical Excellence, Optimizing Care through Technology and Community Connection frame our Research Strategy.
At Humber River Health, we’re not hoping for a renaissance, we are making it happen. As part of our dynamic team, you can lead the way, as we continue our journey towards high reliability care!
Right now we’re looking for a Registered Nurse to join our Schulich Family Medicine Teaching Unit
Are you a compassionate RN who is focused on delivering high-quality, safe-care? If yes, we invite you to read the details below then apply.
Employee Status: Full Time
Location: Wilson Site
Hours of work: Must be available for 8 hour shifts, days, evenings (subject to change)
Employee Group: ONA
Reporting Relationship: Manager, Family Medicine Teaching Unit and Integrated Care Services
Hiring Salary Range: $41.15-$58.98
Responsibilities:
- Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates patient care in alignment with the RN scope of practice outlined by the College of Nurses of Ontario.
- Maintains the health record according to CNO documentation standards and Humber River Health Policies and Procedures
- Works collaboratively with Family Medicine residents and learners, including teaching and assisting in education
- Integrates best practice guidelines and evidence based research into clinical practice related to family medicine and care along the continuum
- Conducts patient intake and review of intake forms for accuracy and completeness
- Receives patient calls via nursing line, assess patient phone calls, provides support, and responds to patient concerns in accordance with the standards established by the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Keeps abreast of new developments in family medicine and related evidence-based advancements with the intention of integrating into clinical practice
- Ensure patients are connected with the appropriate services, resources and supports within HRH and in the community
- Provides health education for patients and families regarding chronic disease management, diagnostic tests, prescribed treatments and management of their condition
- Works collaboratively with the patient’s primary care physician or primary care provider and community agencies as required throughout the care process
- Identifies and prioritizes not only the physical needs, but also the psychological, social and spiritual needs of the patient
- Ensures that the patient or caregiver is included in development of the care plan and understands the medical advice or recommendations.
- Demonstrates the ability to navigate and perform computer competencies including use of the primary care EMR
- Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to support the ongoing functioning of the outpatient Family Medicine Clinic related to referrals, consultations and follow-ups
- Participates in program planning
Qualifications:
- Current Ontario College of Nurses Registration in good standing
- Current BCLS certification required
- Demonstrated experience supporting patient care including assessment, intervention, referrals and transitions as well as patient education/teaching
- Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team, including learners
- Ability to adapt and effectively work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and time sensitive targets
- Must possess excellent organizational skills
- Exhibit advance assessment skills and ability to identify and react quickly to a deteriorating patient. Health Assessment course would be an asset
- Demonstrates excellent patient and family teaching skills that encompass adult learning principles
- Demonstrates effective problem solving skills and an ability to work well independently with minimal supervision
- Conducts oneself with professionalism and respect at all times
- Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills are required
- Sensitivity to and awareness of cultural, racial, economic and socially diverse communities
- Excellent attendance and discipline free record required.
- An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset. Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices.
Why choose Humber River Health?
At Humber River Health, our staff, physicians, and volunteers are lighting new ways in healthcare. We are proud to be recognized as a part of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. We support employees by providing evidence-based leadership and cultivating a culture that consistently wows with our unwavering commitment to Staff, Physician and Volunteer engagement. We are a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and are deeply involved in research and academic collaboration. We are dedicated to high-quality patient care and demonstrate our values of compassion, professionalism, and respect.
Humber River Health is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of our communities. Guided by our strategic direction to embed equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do – and to address systemic barriers – we foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute.
We welcome applications from individuals of all equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons living with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and seniors. We recognize that diverse identities and perspectives strengthen our ability to deliver safe, innovative and compassionate care.
As an equal opportunity employer, Humber River Health complies with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected ground.
Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and employment. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss your needs confidentially.
This position is being posted in response to an existing vacancy at Humber River Health.
