Do you want to work for a world-renowned research institute that pushes the boundaries of biomedical science and health research? Right here in Montreal! At the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC), you can be part of an organization focused on scientific discovery and innovation in patient-centered medicine. Join us today and make a difference!
Job Description
RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).
Position summary
Department / Research Program: Women’s Health Research Unit
Under the supervision of Dr. Lucy Gilbert, the infusion nurse is responsible for administering and adjusting treatments and medications to research cancer patients while ensuring the successful conduct of clinical research studies of the Women’s Health Research Unit.
General Duties
• Acts as a resource person to assist in the care of the research patient requiring complex care,
• Administers chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatments to oncology research patients,
• Infuses blood products when necessary,
• Evaluates the health status of oncology research patients,
• Determines if research patient can continue their treatments,
• Works closely with the interdisciplinary team to ensure proper care and oversight to the research patient and their families in clinical research trials,
• Provides appropriate resources to patients,
• Ensures proper research documentation.
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Education / Experience
Education: Diplome of College Studies (DEC)
Field of Study: Nursing
Work Experience: Minimum 2 years
Professional Membership: ☒ Yes: OIIQ
Required Skills
• Knowledge of French is required.
• An intermediate knowledge of oral and written English is required, as the position requires regular contact, as well as processing specific information, with patients who are exclusively proficient in English.
• Experience with chemotherapy and immunotherapy.