Registered Nurse - Spinal Neurosurgery

Registered Nurse - Spinal Neurosurgery

Apply to the Registered Nurse - Spinal Neurosurgery role at University Health Network
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UHN is Canada’s #1 hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. With 10 sites and more than 44,000 TeamUHN members, UHN consists of Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, The Michener Institute of Education and West Park Healthcare Centre. As Canada’s top research hospital, the scope of biomedical research and complexity of cases at UHN have made it a national and international source for discovery, education and patient care.

UHN has the largest hospital‑based research program in Canada, with major research in neurosciences, cardiology, transplantation, oncology, surgical innovation, infectious diseases, genomic medicine and rehabilitation medicine. UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto. Its vision is to build a healthier world, and it’s only because of the talented and dedicated people who work here that we are continually bringing that vision closer to reality.

• Union: ONA TW
• Number of vacancies: 1
• Site: Toronto Western Hospital
• Department: 5A Spinal/Neurosurgery
• Reports to: Nurse Manager
• Hours: up to 24 hours per week
• Wage Range: $40.24 - $57.68 per hour (Start rate is non‑negotiable and in accordance with collective agreement requirements)
• Shifts: Days/Evenings/Nights/Weekends/Stat Holidays / 07:30‑19:30 / 19:30‑07:30
• Status: Permanent Part‑Time
• Closing Date: January 8, 2026

Located at the heart of downtown Toronto, the Krembil Brain Institute at Toronto Western Hospital hosts one of the world’s largest neurosurgical programs, consisting of world‑leading spinal, neurosurgical teams and comprehensive multidisciplinary teams. As part of this Institute, the spinal unit is a UHN Centre of Excellence. UHN seeks a highly motivated professional to fill the key role of a Registered Nurse in our Spine/Neurosurgery Department.

We hire and train newly graduated nurses. Our 28‑bed unit is a specialized spine unit within the KBI and one of a few in Canada. Patients range from those undergoing neurosurgical or orthopedic spine procedures to those experiencing emergent infectious, oncological, or traumatic processes. Common diagnoses include spinal stenosis, herniated discs, spinal cord injuries, spinal tumors and abscesses, neurological disorders, and chronic pain disorders.

• Apply knowledge of nursing science, theory, skill and critical decision making in the provision of compassionate, collaborative and competent care in accordance with the UHN Professional Practice Model.
• Ensure practice is consistent with professional standards and the ethical framework outlined by the College of Nurses of Ontario and UHN policy and procedure.
• Commit to lifelong learning by participating in continuing education activities to meet patient needs and professional standards.
• Perform reflective practice, analyze and evaluate nursing knowledge, and modify practice to improve quality of care.
• Perform cross‑functional and other responsibilities, as assigned and/or requested.

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario required.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification required.
• Flexible and able to work effectively and efficiently within an interdisciplinary patient care team.
• New graduates welcome to apply.
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Excellent computer skills.
• BScN degree preferred.
• Neurosurgery & spinal experience preferred.

Why join UHN? In addition to working alongside talented healthcare professionals, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks.

• Competitive offer packages.
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).
• Close access to transit and UHN shuttle service.
• Flexible work environment.
• Opportunities for development and promotion within a large organization.
• Additional perks (multiple corporate…