University Health Network

Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Cancer Survivorship Program

University Health Network$138K — $165K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Nursing required
  • Registered with the College of Nurses in Ontario in the Extended Class
  • Experience with Adolescent and Young Adults (AYA)
  • Strong organizational, leadership, and collaborative skills
  • Ability to work autonomously and manage complex clinical situations
  • Experience in quality improvement and program development preferred
  • Effective communication skills, with sensitivity to patient needs
  • Proficiency in information technology and virtual care platforms

Responsibilities

  • Work with Pediatric Cancer Survivors in Survivorship Clinics
  • Utilize Children's Oncology Group guidelines for surveillance recommendations
  • Communicate recommendations to primary care providers
  • Organize surveillance investigations and follow up on results
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive care
  • Coordinate with the SickKids Aftercare Team at Transition Clinics
  • Assist with referral reviews and patient access to Survivorship Clinics
  • Engage in academic and leadership activities like research and education

Benefits

  • Competitive offer packages
  • Membership in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
  • Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
  • Flexible work environment
  • Opportunities for career development and promotions
  • Corporate discounts on various services
  • On-site gym facilities
Full Job Description
Union: ONA
Number of vacancies:1
New or Replacement Position: Replacement
Site: Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
Department: Oncology Nursing Leadership - Collaborative Academic Practice
Reports to: Director of Professional Practice, Oncology and Blood Disorder Programs
Hours: 37.5 hours/week
Wage Range: $66.40-$79.27 per hour (start rate in accordance with collective agreement)
Status: Temporary Full-Time (12 months)
Closing Date: June 21, 2026

Position Overview:

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) in the Pediatric Cancer Survivorship program will function in an advanced nursing role, demonstrating a high level of autonomy and expert skill to formulate clinical decisions and provide management and surveillance for late effects of childhood cancer. They will provide outpatient care for patients with a history of childhood cancer, including brain tumors, solid tumors, and leukemia/lymphoma.

Duties
  • Work with Pediatric Cancer Survivors in 2 Survivorship Clinics
  • Utilize the Children's Oncology Group guidelines to create surveillance recommendations and follow-up plans
  • Disseminate recommendations and plans to primary care providers
  • Be responsible for organizing surveillance investigations, following up on results and initiating referrals to specialists
  • Have a basic understanding of fertility and the potential impact from cancer treatment
  • Work with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care
  • Collaborate with the SickKids Aftercare Team and attend 2 Transition Clinics each year
  • Assist with reviewing referrals from other providers to access the Survivorship Clinic and be responsible for referring patients to other Survivorship Clinics across Canada when needed
  • Work primarily in-person with the occasional virtual clinic visit
  • Other responsibilities will include academic and leadership activities, including delivering, coordinating, and participating in research, education and professional development activities.


Qualifications
  • Completion of a Master's degree in Nursing required
  • Current registration with the College of Nurses in Ontario in the Extended Class
  • Experience with the Adolescent and Young Adults (AYA) population
  • 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 (eg. Canadian Association of Nurses in Oncology)


Additional Information

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. At University Health Network (UHN), artificial intelligence technologies may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of candidates for this position.

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.

About University Health Network

University Health Network (UHN) is a healthcare organization that provides patient care, research, and education services. The organization operates several hospitals and clinics in Toronto, Ontario, including Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, and Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. UHN offers a range of medical services, including cancer care, cardiovascular care, neurosciences, transplantation, and rehabilitation. The organization is affiliated with the University of Toronto and is one of Canada's largest research hospitals. UHN employs over 16,000 people and serves patients from across Canada and around the world.
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