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Union: ONA
Number of vacancies:1
New or Replacement Position: New
Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
Department: Oncology Nursing Leadership - Collaborative Academic Practice
Reports to: Director, Professional Practice
Hours: 37.5 hours/week
Wage Range: $63.05-$75.27 per hour (start rate in accordance with collective agreement)
Status: Permanent Full-Time 
Closing Date: June 4, 2026 

Position Summary

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) in the Brain Metastases and Gamma Knife clinical program will function in an advanced nursing role, demonstrating a high level of autonomy and expert skill in managing care for patients with brain metastases. This role will combine clinical, educational, and leadership responsibilities to optimize patient care, ensure access to supportive services, and lead multidisciplinary care initiatives.

Duties

• Act as a clinical expert and central resource for patients, families, and referring institutions, for coordination of care and offering support and counselling as needed
• Will be a liaison between site specialties and the Brain Mets and Gamma Knife team to ensure seamless care to patients and their families and other healthcare providers
• Be involved in the triage and assignment of patients to appropriate clinical assessment and review.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in Brain Metastases and Gamma Knife multidisciplinary rounds to formulate, evaluate and implement care plans
• Facilitate patient access to specialized treatments and enrollment in clinical trials and relevant programs
• Lead patient-centered initiatives, including the development and maintenance of patient and caregiver educational resources
• Engage in quality improvement projects and research activities, contributing to advancements in brain metastases care
• Other responsibilities will include academic and leadership activities, including delivering, coordinating and participating in research, education and professional development activities

• Completion of a Master’s degree in Nursing required
• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario in the Extended Class (NP - Adult or NP - Primary Health Care)
• Experience in oncology or brain tumor care preferred
• Expertise in acute oncology, palliative care, neuro-oncology, or rehabilitation nursing an asset.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and collaborative practice skills
• Proven ability to work autonomously and manage complex clinical situations
• Experience in quality improvement and program development preferred
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with demonstrated sensitivity to patient and family needs
• Proficiency in information technology and virtual care platforms
• Membership in relevant professional organizations (e.g., Canadian Association of Nurses in Oncology) preferred

Why join UHN?

As a Nurse Practitioner in the Brain Metastases and Gamma Knife program, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of patients and families while working in a world-class cancer centre. UHN provides a collaborative, innovative environment that supports professional growth and continuous learning.

Apply now to join our mission of transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery, and learning.

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.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates.  Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

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.