Job Description

The Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who is responsible and accountable for providing quality patient care within a delivery model in accordance with the philosophy, policies and standards of care of the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre (RVH), the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) and all relevant legislation. This position is in the Oncology Outpatient Clinic department within the Hudson Regional Cancer Program at RVH.
Education:

• Current Certificate of Registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Current BCLS
• IV and Chemotherapy Administration Certification required (de Souza or ONS)
• Post diploma Education, Oncology Nursing (RN) Course essential
• Post Diploma Education, Patient Assessment essential
• CNA Certification in Oncology (CONC) required within two years of hire

Experience:

• Sound knowledge of nursing process and responsibilities of profession
• CANO/ONS membership preferred
• Functions independently within scope of practice
• Two years current progressive experience in Oncology Nursing essential
• Adult Teaching Experience essential
• Concurrent progressive competence in Outpatient Oncology Clinics required
• Central Venous Access Devise (CVAD) experience as asset
• Palliative care nursing experience an asset
• Experience in primary nursing role an asset

Competencies:

• Sound problem solving, communication (oral and written), conflict resolution and decision-making skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Computer literacy in current software applications
• Demonstrated commitment to the professional growth and development of self and others
• Demonstrated commitment to the concepts of Continuous Quality Improvement and Customer Service
• Demonstrates interest and commitment to continuing professional development
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills to deal with demanding situations and fluctuating workloads
• Demonstrates an interest in maintaining a high standard of patient care

Other:

• Ability to learn about, from and with other members of the patient care team to foster a strong Interprofessional model of care
• Willing to work within all HRCP departments including inpatient, outpatient clinics and on days, weekends, evenings and nights.

Equity & Inclusion
RVH is committed to recruitment and selection practices anchored in principles of equity and inclusion that contribute to an anti-oppressive, respectful, and culturally safe workplace.
We invite applications from individuals who belong to groups that have been historically marginalized on the grounds identified by the Ontario Human Right Code, including but not limited to race, disability, age, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, family or marital status, and status as a First Nation, Mxc3xa9tis, or Inuk person.
To learn about how RVH is taking steps to create and sustain an equitable, inclusive, accessible and culturally-safe environment, please visit:
Accommodations
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If you are interested in this position, please apply online before 11:00 p.m. EST on the Requisition Close Date. If there is no close date listed above, the requisition will remain open until filled.