Job Description

CancerCare Manitoba is a provincial agency which provides clinical and academic services and leadership for cancer control and the treatment of blood disorders. Our shared vision of a world free of cancer drives every member of our team. CancerCare Manitoba is the perfect place to thrive if you\'re seeking a fulfilling career in an organization that is committed to its employees\' well-being and professional development.

Competition # 291-23-7134070

Posting End Date: September 25, 2023

City: Winnipeg

Work Location: MacCharles/Grace Hospital/Misericordia Hospital/St. Boniface/Victoria General Hospital

Department: Systemic Therapy Program & Outpatient Clinic Services Program

Union: MNU

Hiring Status: Term

Reason for Term: Maternity/ Parental Leave

Anticipated Start and End Date: October 30, 2023 - May 2, 2025 (may expire with two weeks\' notice)

FTE: 1.0

Anticipated Shift: days/ modified days

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Salary: $39.233 /$40.604 /$41.977 /$43.407 /$44.809 /$46.26 /$47.185 /$48.129

Job Summary:

The Oncology Nurse is responsible for providing holistic cancer care to patients over the spectrum of the oncology experience: assessment, intervention, treatment administration, coordination of care and follow-up in the ambulatory setting. The Oncology Nurse will participate in patient/family education, make pertinent nursing assessments, collaborate with the multidisciplinary care team and provide appropriate interventions. Nursing staff work with cytotoxic and hazardous medications on a regular basis. Personal protective equipment (PPE) and training are provided.

The Float Pool provides nursing support in both Outpatient Clinic and Systemic Therapy Programs across all of CancerCare Manitoba sites, including MacCharles, St. Boniface Hospital, Victoria General Hosipital, and Grace General Hospital.

Qualifications:

Requirements:

• Current registration with College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM) or will be within 6 weeks
• Current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the applicable CCMB policy
• Knowledge of Canadian Nurses Association Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses, Scope of practice as documented in the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA)
• Proficient with computers, software programs and applications such as MS Windows/ Word/Outlook Satisfactory employment record
• Must be able to legally work in Canada

Preferred:

• Bachelor of Nursing
• Three (3) years\' experience within settings such as medical/surgical or ambulatory care
• Knowledge and experience with oncology
• Experience with electronic charting
• Ability to speak French

Asset:

• Certified Oncology Nurse [CON(C)]
• Knowledge and experience with wound care
• Knowledge and experience with patients receiving radiation therapy
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Leadership

To be determined in interview process:

• Strong understanding of patient-centred care
• Ability to respond to a variety of simultaneous demands
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations
• Ability to function in a demanding and stressful environment
• Ability to maintain concentration with frequent interruptions
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, prioritization, organizational and critical thinking/ problem-solving skills
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills

Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed and current resume, plus a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the above qualifications and the above competition number.

This position is subject to a Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search, an Adult Abuse Registry Check and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.

CancerCare Manitoba is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment processes and work environment. If you are contacted by CancerCare Manitoba regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if accommodation measures must be taken to enable you to apply and be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

We thank all that apply and advise that only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority