** Internal Interest Posting: Registered Nurse - Oncology (LMH) #2024-182

August ,

POSTING -

Internal Interest Posting : Oncology Registered Nurse position

A temporary RN opportunity is available at Louise Marshall Hospital for a Registered Nurse who has an interest in a career within the Oncology department.

Preference through this opportunity will be given to candidates who have successfully completed the de Souza Institute chemotherapy and biotherapy courses and who have experience working in the WHCA oncology clinics

POSITION OVERVIEW :

The Oncology Nurse will be involved in all aspects of the oncology and medical day care program including, but not limited to : patient / family assessment, administering & teaching chemotherapy, medical day care activities, providing supportive and palliative care, participation in the development & implementation of patient treatment plans, quality improvement processes, and facilitation of referrals and research initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario in good standing
• BScN or related degree completed or in progress preferred
• Completion of de Souza Provincial Standardized Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Course or ONS / ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course mandatory
• Completion of de Souza Foundations in Oncology Nursing Practice preferred
• Certificate in Oncology Nursing CON(C) an asset
• Experience with intravenous insertion, PICC and Portacath access
• Current experience in systemic chemotherapy administration
• Experience with medical day care procedures including but not limited to paracentesis, thoracentesis, bone marrow biopsy, and lumbar puncture
• Current BCLS certification
• Knowledge & application of principles of oncology and palliative care nursing
• Demonstrated experience in working both independently and as part of inter-professional team
• Demonstrated leadership abilities
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills
• Excellent attendance record
• Computer literacy; working knowledge of a variety of computer systems & software applications
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development, continuing education and clinical training programs
• Satisfactory performance and attendance required
• Satisfactory Reference Checks required prior to start date
• Must provide a Police Vulnerable Sector Check
• Must complete a Pre-Employment Health Assessment prior to being hired

The successful candidate selection will be based on a number of components including qualifications and possible interview process.

SALARY :

$ - $ per hour

HOURS OF WORK :

As per department schedule

Interested applicants please submit your cover letter and resume on BambooHR at the following link :

by : pm on August ,

INTERNAL applicants please apply with your work email address.

North Wellington Health Care strives to create a respectful, accessible and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, the hospital will endeavour to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate those candidates with disabilities.

North Wellington Health Care is committed to providing and fostering a safe, healthy and respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.