Job Description

Are you looking for a fast-paced, exciting work environment? A position with high job satisfaction, rewarding work and a great team? Calgary Skin Cancer Centre might be the place for you!

Calgary Skin Cancer Centre (CSCC)

is a Non-Hospital Surgical Facility (NHSF) dedicated to providing exceptional and comprehensive medical and surgical care, using a team-oriented approach. Our facility is unique to Calgary in that our sole focus is Cutaneous Oncology: the detection, diagnosis, and surgical management of skin cancer, as well as rare cutaneous and soft-tissue malignancies.

We are looking for a highly skilled and energetic

Licensed Practical Nurse

with surgical/procedure experience

, who shares our focus on providing the highest standard of patient care!

Duties and Responsibilities:

Performing patient admission, peri-operative preparation and completing appropriate documentation

Ensuring the operating room is clean and ready for use according to policy and procedures

Understands and is familiar with aseptic techniques including: sterile surgical preparation, sterile tray set-up, and maintenance of the sterile surgical field during surgery

Preparing the instruments and equipment needed for the surgery

Checking all equipment needed during the procedure to verify availability, sterility, and normal/safe function

Assisting the surgeon during surgery

Discharging surgical patients by providing post-operative instructions including wound care

Completing all documentation in the MedAccess Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Communicating effectively within the nursing team to ensure a cohesive team environment and to optimize patient care

Performing other duties as requested by management and supervisory team

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of methods, techniques, and procedures for surgical assisting, use of surgical equipment and surgical instruments

Understanding of Universal Precautions

Knowledge of, and ability to use, computers and EMR (experience with MedAccess not required but an asset)

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where multi-tasking is essential

Ability to be self-motivated and self-directed with good time-management skills and the capability to appropriately prioritize duties

Exhibits good interpersonal and organizational skills

Demonstrates accountability, strong work ethic and attention to detail

Good problem solving and decision-making abilities

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with other team members

Good reliability in attendance and work performance/record

Adheres to all Policies and Procedures set out by Calgary Skin Cancer Centre

Maintains a professional, well-kept appearance, according to CSCC Policy

Qualifications and Requirements:

Proof of education and training certifications and maintenance of your Nursing certification and continuing competency (CLPNA)

AORTA approved Peri-operative program certification, or equivalent training and experience, is not required but is an asset

Operating Room experience is not required, but is an asset

Current BLS certificate required

If you possess the skill set and experience to perform the duties and responsibilities of this job we are looking for, please submit your resume and cover letter. We will review all applications and contact those selected for an interview.

ONLY SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

Job type:

Full-time

Schedule:

8-10 hour shifts Monday to Friday
Candidates must be willing to work 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 4-5 days/week)

What we offer:

We offer competitive wage compensation, with the ability to augment your earnings with our sales commission program. Full comprehensive surgical training will be provided at our surgical centre. Medial grade skincare products are available to staff at cost, with many opportunities to receive free products to facilitate your education on our product lines.

After completing the standard 3-month probationary period, you will be eligible for discounted cosmetic services.

Benefits:

Comprehensive Surgical Nursing training will be provided over first 6 months by experienced senior Surgical Nurses, as well as by Surgeon/MD directly Health spending account starting at 12 months of employment Eligibility for parking subsidy starting at 12 months of employment

About us:

We strive to uphold the highest standards of patient care and have built an exceptional NHSF that surpasses many of the requirements of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA). We strive to deliver excellent patient-focused care, to optimize oncology outcomes, and to provide a personalized approach for each patient that is communication-focused, empathetic, and supportive. Simultaneously, we prioritize comprehensive medical care starting with our skin cancer screening program, through to complete surgical management of each malignancy, followed by aesthetically and functionally focused reconstruction. Our team is knowledgeable, highly skilled, and goal oriented. It is no coincidence that we have had exceptionally low staff turnover rates, which speaks to the high level of job satisfaction provided at CSCC. Our united mission to ensure patients receive the best possible care and surgical outcomes is what makes our team so strong, and Calgary Skin Cancer Centre such a rewarding work environment.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

Store discount
Application question(s):

When are you able to start? Do you have experience with MedAccess EMR? What are your wage expectations? Are you looking for long term employment (>1 year)? Are you looking for full-time (40hours per week) work? Do you have any restrictions in your availability to work? (shift start time (am), shift end time (pm), evenings, length of shift (6-12 hours), planned vacation)?
Licence/Certification:

CLPNA license (required)
Work Location: In person