Clinical Nurse Specialist, BC Cancer Vancouver

Clinical Nurse Specialist

BC Cancer

Vancouver, BC

This position is in the BC Cancer Nursing and Allied Health Research and Knowledge Translation department. More information on the department and our research can be found at

The CNS is responsible for working strategically across multiple internal and external stakeholders to promote nursing research and apply best practices of cancer nursing across the province.

Working within a multi-disciplinary health team and senior leadership, the Clinical Nurse Specialist ensures projects, initiatives, and program evaluations all consider the specific standards of practice.

The Clinical Nurse Specialist upholds and acts in accordance with the mandate of BC Cancer to assess and coordinate services to best meet the needs of patients across the province.

What you'll do

• Exemplify excellence in nursing and nursing research by providing advanced level nursing expertise and clinical support to a multi-disciplinary health care team.
• Act as a resource and consultant provincially to Senior Leadership and multi-disciplinary teams who are planning and providing evidenced based guidance that is focussed on best practices in the area of cancer nursing across the Continuum of Care.
• Provide leadership in advanced practice nursing with respect to oncology and advanced practice at the program, organizational, community and provincial, national and international levels to optimize excellence in patient / client care and health system.
• In conjunction with, Senior Medical Directors, and Executive Directors, lead the strategic planning, development, implementation and evaluation of new nursing programming at the Provincial level within BC Cancer.
• Conducts and / or facilitate cancer nursing research focused on identifying and / or incorporating best practices and evidence-based care to foster the development and implementation of strategies designed to optimize excellence in patient / client care and the health system.

What you bring

Qualifications :

• Master’s degree in Nursing plus current registration with the British Columbia College of Nursing Professionals (BCCNP).
• 5-7 years of recent related experience working in a health care setting with a focus in cancer care and in a progressive leadership role.

Certification in oncology nursing (or must obtain certification within one year of employment).

You have :

• A broad understanding of current issues, challenges and future directions of health care and cancer care in Canada.
• Awareness of and commitment to learning and understanding the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight Report (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), and other related reports.
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have : Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.)

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future.

That’s why we’re focused on your care too offering health, wellness, development programs to support you at work and at home.

• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Salary : $106,026 - $152,413 per year. The starting salary for this position would be determined with consideration of the successful candidate’s relevant education and experience, and would be in alignment with the provincial compensation reference plan.

Salary will be prorated accordingly for part time roles.

Location : 500 - 686 West Broadway, Vancouver V5Z 1G1

Hours of work : Monday - Friday; 0830-1630

Requisition number : 166790E

As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.

What we do

provides comprehensive cancer control for the people of British Columbia.

BC Cancer is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province.

Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include : Respect people Be compassionate Dare to innovate Cultivate partnerships Serve with purpose.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs :

PHSA and BC Cancer are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments’ unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation.

True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination.

Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.