Registered Nurse - U105 / 119

Your Opportunity :

Cancer Care Alberta is currently looking for a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our inpatient team at the new Arthur Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre (AC). Reporting to the Manager of Hematology the successful RN will provide acute medical care within the specialty program of Hematology, Oncology, Blood and Marrow Stem Cell Transplant. This is a fast paced and rapidly changing acute care environment providing both standard of care and new novel therapies. The successful RN will leverage their adaptability and critical think to thrive in this fast paced, rapidly changing environment. Working within a dynamic interdisciplinary team, the RN will rely on proven communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with physicians, nursing, allied health professionals to deliver comprehensive care within the specialty. The successful RN will thrive in a continuous learning environment with ongoing requirements for advanced certifications that will be fully supported by the management team. Importantly, this role also provides RN with unique growth and leadership development activities that include active participation in preceptorship, clinical trials, and ongoing professional development to enhance patient care. Designed for the future of cancer care, the AC features a bright modern design that is equipped with innovative technologies that promote an integrated approach to research and optimizing care for our patients, families and staff.

Description :

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will provide a wide variety of nursing services to patients, families, communities and populations, while taking necessary steps to ensure their safety and well-being. In your role, you will utilize nursing processes, through critical thinking, problem solving and decision making, as well as teach, counsel and advocate on behalf of patients and their families. You will play a leadership role in supporting an integrated and holistic approach to patient care, health promotion and maintenance. You will provide safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS.

PLEASE NOTE : Provisional Permit holders will be paid $ - $ per hour. Upon obtaining a full licence, the rate of pay will be adjusted to the applicable Registered Nurse rate in accordance with UNA Article or (ii) as applicable.

Required Qualifications :

Completion of an accredited nursing education program. Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP) certification. If you have not practiced as a Registered Nurse within the past five (5) years, completion of the following free courses is required prior to employment :

CRNA Medication Management (Chapters 1-4) : NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification :

Additional Required Qualifications : Preferred Qualifications :

Experience in Oncology. Experience in Hematology. Experience with Blood and Marrow Stem Cell infusions within the last 3 years. Chemotherapy certification. Experience with the care of neutropenic patients in the last 3 years. Connect Care (Epic) computer training, certification and / or experience.