REGISTERED NURSE (RN), ONCOLOGY

Position Summary

Do you have a passion for nursing? We have the position for you! We are seeking a motivated Registered Nurse with a dedication for delivering compassionate patient care to join our team at Dawson Creek & District Hospital.

Reporting to the Director Of Patient Services, provides, coordinates and implements nursing care service such as patient assessment, patient and family teaching, administration of chemotherapy and health promotion activities to cancer patients, in accordance with established policies, standards, procedures and philosophy at BC Cancer Agency.

Plans, implements, delivers and evaluates programs and services in relation to - Intravenous Therapy assessment, education and treatment of patients of all ages who require IV Therapy;

Education and support programs for those who care for patients requiring IV Therapy, and assist in clinical skills development of hospital and community based nurses.

New Wage : As of April 1, 2023 the new wage is : $40.21 - $57.78 / hour

New Wage : As of April 1, 2024 the new wage is : $41.42 - $59.52 / hour

Dawson Creek & District Hospital is a 50-bed hospital that offers full service that includes inpatient care, emergency, respiratory, rehab, surgery, obstetrics & gynecology lab, medical imaging and cancer care.

The hospital is the northeastern BC orthopedic and trauma centre. Visiting specialists in urology, dermatology and pediatrics is also available.

Dawson Creek has a population of 12,178 (2021) with a youthful and vibrant community that serves as a major centre for the surrounding areas.

Come enjoy the beautiful sunrises and sunsets Dawson Creek has to offer. Check out for more information about this community where the northern lights shine.

What Northern Health has to offer you!

Comprehensive benefit packages including MSP, extended health / dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees.

Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.

• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Financial support for moving expenses is available for eligible positions
• Employee referral program
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• Loan Forgiveness Programs are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

Qualfications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.
• CNA Oncology Certification or eligibility.
• Clinical experience, within the last two (2) years, in an Oncology / Outpatient Chemotherapy adult setting or 3 years Acute Care nursing experience in a specialty care Unit is required.
• British Columbia Cancer Agency Chemotherapy Certification or equivalent Chemotherapy certification from a recognized Cancer Agency.

Skills and Abilities :

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to relate effectively to children, adults and their families.
• Ability to participate as a member of an interdisciplinary care team, and function as nursing resource team member.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Physical ability to perform duties of the job.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all members of the healthcare team.
• Ability to recognize and intervene appropriately in an emergency situation.
• Ability to promote safe, competent, patient care.

Who we are

Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation’s communities.

We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.

Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.

There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.