Job Description

Your Opportunity:The Registered Nurse integrates and applies knowledge of cancer pathophysiology, disease progression, and symptom problems to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the outcomes of best practice and evidence-based care and other clinical interventions. Works collaboratively with other members of the health care team, supporting patients with the highest standards of care that are congruent with the standards of the Nursing Department and the Oncology nursing practices issued by CANO. Supports clinical research The Registered Nurse must possess the knowledge to: Identify and assess the physical, psychological, sociological, and spiritual needs of patients and their families. Facilitates referrals to other disciplines as required for further assessment and treatment. Recognizes situations of priority and/or emergency including those unique to cancer therapies and oncologic emergencies. Prioritizes to ensure that emergency situations are dealt with quickly and efficiently. Applies oncology knowledge and technical skills for patient assessment. Utilizes a comprehensive approach based on nursing assessment to establish, document, and revise nursing care in order to meet individual patient needs specific to the Oncology patient and their treatment modalities. Prioritizes nursing actions for teaching, counseling, supporting, informing, and providing care to the patient and family. Leadership: Assumes leadership roles as assigned by the Nurse Manager. Involved in quality assurance activities. May participate on committees as required. Education: Attains required and recommended certifications and maintains re-certification. Participates in staff and/or patient education. Assumes responsibility for own professional education. Acts as preceptor to nursing students as required.Description:As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will provide a wide variety of nursing services to patients, families, communities and populations, while taking necessary steps to ensure their safety and well-being. In your role, you will utilize nursing processes, through critical thinking, problem solving and decision making, as well as teach, counsel and advocate on behalf of patients and their families. You will play a leadership role in supporting an integrated and holistic approach to patient care, health promotion and maintenance. You will provide safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS. PLEASE NOTE: Provisional Permit Holders shall be paid $35.87/hour - $43.82/hour. Upon being entered into the register of Registered Nurses, the rate of pay shall be adjusted to the rate of pay applicable to a Registered Nurse in accordance with AHS/UNA Article 25.02(b)(i) or (ii) as applicable. This posting is scheduled to close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date but may be filled earlier if a Regular Employee who holds a position within the unit, program, or office expresses their interest in this vacancy by 23:59 MT on the 5th calendar day following the posting date, under LOU #25. In the event that no Regular Employee from this workplace expresses their interest by the deadline, the vacancy shall be filled under the provisions of Article 14: Promotions, Transfers and Vacancies. Please be advised this posting may be used to fill multiple identical vacancies arising as a result of the administration of the Trial of Modified Posting Provisions.

• Classification: Registered Nurse (2022.75)
• Union: United Nurses of Alberta
• Unit and Program: Outpatients
• Primary Location: Cross Cancer Institute
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: At or Out of (UNA only)
• FTE: 0.80
• Posting End Date: 26-AUG-2024
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 16-SEP-2024
• Temporary End Date: 16-JAN-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 48
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $39.21
• Maximum Salary: $51.46
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:Completion of an accredited nursing education program. Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP). If you have not practiced as a Registered Nurse within the last five (5) years, completion of the following free courses is required: CRNA Medication Management - Chapters 1 - 4 (https://connect.nurses.ab.ca/home/%2Flearning-and-development%2Flearning-modules%2F) and the NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification (https://courses.nextgenu.org/course/view.php?id=271#section-0) Additional Required Qualifications:Previous experience caring for patients undergoing chemotherapy, biotherapy and radiation therapy is required, however experience in high acute areas such as Emergency or ICU will be considered. Knowledge in Theoretical Principles of Chemotherapy Administration is an asset. Enrolled in or completion of an oncology certificate program is an asset. Baccalaureate degree in Nursing preferred. Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team is essential. Demonstrated assessment and critical thinking skills is essential. Ability to organize and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment is essential. Due to the acuity of our patient population, must be able to assist patients with varying degrees of mobility. Preferred Qualifications:As Required.Please note:All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.Security Screening:A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.Healthy Albertans. Healthy
Communities. Together.We\'re passionate about what we do. Our team of skilled and dedicated health care professionals, support staff, and physicians promote wellness and provide health care every day, all across Alberta.Everything we do at AHS reflects a patient and family centred approach; it\'s about putting patients\' and families\' experiences, priorities and trust first.We are an equal opportunity employer. AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.

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