Nurse Practitioner – Adolescents and Young Adults, NeuroOncology

University Health Network • Toronto, ON

11d • CA$63 - CA$75 • Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Practitioner provides specialized clinical care and care coordination for adolescents and young adults (AYA, ages ~15–25) with Pediatric-type CNS tumors. Working across multiple partner institutions, the NP collaborates with neurosurgery, neuro-oncology, radiation oncology, the AYA program, and supportive care teams, with a primary focus on patients requiring shared care with the neurosurgery team to ensure seamless, patient-centered care.

Requirements

• Current College of Nurses of Ontario Registration in the Extended Class (EC) as a NP required
• Completion of a Master's degree required
• Current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support required
• Commitment to collaborative practice
• Eligible for cross-appointment to an academic institution
• Evidence of professional malpractice insurance
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Effective interpersonal and customer services skills
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Excellent decision making, problem recognition and problem-solving skills
• Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to work effectively independently and under stressful conditions
• Ability to work in a self-directed manner

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated expertise as a Nurse Practitioner preferred
• Five (5) years of relevant experience; including three (3) years of experience working in neuro-oncology preferred
• Certification in Oncology Nursing preferred or commitment to obtain certification when eligible.
• Experience in nursing research methodology an asset
• Knowledge of data management programs an asset
• Program planning and evaluation methodology skills an asset
• Membership in the Canadian Association of Nurses in Oncology (CANO) and other organizations relevant to the role preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive assessment, prescribe appropriate therapies, administer select treatments and follow-up for AYA NeuroOncology patients in the outpatient setting
• Conduct independent and collaborative visits for treatment planning, symptom management, and monitoring of disease or treatment related toxicities.
• Participate in multidisciplinary pathways including neurosurgery, medical oncology, radiation oncology, and clinical trials
• Manage acute and chronic complications such as seizures, endocrine dysfunction, neurologic deficits, cognitive changes, fatigue, and psychosocial distress.
• Support age-appropriate palliative care integration and advance care planning.
• Serve as the central liaison across collaborating organizations (Hospital for Sick Children, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Kembil Brain Institute) to facilitate smooth transitions and coordinated communication.
• Liaise with AYA program services such as social work, psychology, fertility specialists, rehabilitation, and vocational support.
• Assist patients and families in navigating complex, multi-institutional treatment plans.
• Maintain expertise in molecular diagnostics, targeted therapies, chemotherapy protocols, immunotherapy, precision medicine, and AYA survivorship.
• Apply evidence-based practice to clinical care and patient education.
• Participate in research initiatives, registries, and observational studies where appropriate.

Benefits

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• 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.)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Senior