Job Specifications
Company Description
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.
UHN’s 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.
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Job Description
Union: Non-Union
Site: Toronto General Hospital, cross site coverage as needed
New or Replacement Position: Replacement
Department: Collaborative Academic Practice
Reports to: Senior Director Professional Practice
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: $40.34 -50.43 per hour
Shifts: Days
Status: Temporary Full-Time, (one-year contract with the potential to become permanent)
Closing Date: April 6, 2026
Position Summary
As a key member of the Toronto General Site and UHN Wound, Ostomy, Continence and Skin Clinical Leadership interdisciplinary team, the Clinical Coordinator is responsible for applying advanced clinical knowledge and staying current with best practices in wound, ostomy, continence and skin care. This role-plays a critical part in ensuring high quality, coordinated care across both inpatient and outpatient settings. The Clinical Coordinator provides expert consultations and direct care for patients with complex wounds, fistulas, and ostomies, while also supporting patients and families through education and discharge planning. In addition to clinical responsibilities, the role involves active participation in quality improvement initiatives, including program development, monitoring, and outcome evaluation. The Clinical Coordinator contributes to academic and research projects, supports staff education, and provides leadership in advancing clinical practice. Administrative responsibilities, interdisciplinary collaboration, and cross-functional duties are also integral to this position.
Duties
Coordinate and oversee care for patients with complex wound, ostomy, and skin care needs, ensuring seamless service delivery across care settings
Perform expert clinical assessments, providing consultations, and developing individualized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams
Deliver patient and family education related to ostomy and wound care, and develop tailored educational materials
Lead and support quality improvement initiatives, evaluate clinical outcomes, and foster the integration of evidence-based practices
Contribute to research and academic initiatives, maintain accurate clinical documentation, support workflow improvements, and act as a clinical resource within the organization
Collaborate across departments and perform other related duties consistent with the scope of the role
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Nursing preferred
Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
Completion of Basic Cardiac Life Support (B.C.L.S.) program, Level II Rescuer certification
Completion or in progress of of an advanced education program such as: NSWOCC, MClSc-WH, MScCH: WPC, WOCN, or IIWCCCNA Certification in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Certified Canada WOCC(C)
Membership in the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (RNAO) or other organizations relevant to the role preferred
Five (5) years of relevant experience preferably in an acute care setting
Two (2) or more years experience in the specialty of wound, ostomy and continence care
Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines in accordance to UHN standards
Exercise initiative and good judgment with ability to multi-task
Compliance with confidentiality requirements
Effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
Knowledge of applicable legislative, UHN and/or departmental policies
Excellent teaching skills with the ability to teach one-on-one and/or groups
Ability to function collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team and/or independently/autonomously
standards
Ability to use Electronic Patient record system effectively
Research experience an asset
Additional Information
Why join UHN?
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 comprehen
About the Company
University Health Network (UHN) is Canada's largest research hospital, which includes Toronto General and Toronto Western Hospitals, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, the Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute for Education at UHN. The scope of research and complexity of cases at UHN has made it a national and international source for research, education and patient care.
UHN is a research hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto, with major research in cardiology, transplantation, neuroscienc...
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