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 the Prince Rupert Regional Hospital.

Reporting to the Director of Care, 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.

Shift Rotation / Hours of work : Tuesday to Friday, Days, 08 : 30 to 15 : 30

A first in Canada : minimum Nurse-to-Patient Ratios (mNPR) are starting in B.C.! Northern Health, along side other health authorities, is implementing mNPR as a transformative staffing solution that aims to improve the working environment of nurses in order to provide better quality care to our patients.

Qualfications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.
• Clinical experience, within the last 2 years, in an Oncology / Outpatient Chemotherapy adult setting or 3 years Acute Care nursing experience is required.
• British Columbia Cancer Agency Chemotherapy Certification or equivalent Chemotherapy certification from a recognized Cancer Agency is desirable.
• Will support successful candidate in achieving British Columbia Cancer Agency Chemotherapy Certification.

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Where you will be working :

Facility :

Additional details about this facility's programs and care environment can be found through Prince Rupert Regional Hospital

Community :

Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Prince Rupert

More about Northern Health

Northern Health covers nearly 600,000 square kilometers, delivering health services to more than two dozen communities and 55 First Nations communities across the region. We provide both hospital and community-based care to a population of approximately 300,000 people. With a team of over 12,000 staff and physicians, we are committed to offering high quality, person centered care in collaboration with communities and partner organizations throughout Northern BC.

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