Job Description

CancerCare Manitoba, located in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada is a provincial agency which provides clinical and academic services and leadership for cancer control and the treatment of blood disorders. We invite applications for the position of:

Research Nurse II

Clinical Trials Unit - MacCharles

Permanent, Full-time (1.0 EFT) - Grant Funded

Competition# 108-23-765081084

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Patient Services Manager of the Clinical Trials Unit (CTU) and in compliance with clinical trial regulations, the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba CRNM standards of nursing practice, and the Canadian Association of Nurses in Oncology (CANO) practice standards of care, the Research Nurse screens potential eligible CancerCare Manitoba (CCMB) patients/clients for clinical trial eligibility, ensures that the initial and ongoing consent/assent process is performed and documented, organizes study-specific treatment plans and monitors the ongoing progress of adult and pediatric patients enrolled in a clinical trial. In collaboration with the multidisciplinary care teams, the Research Nurse participates in patient/family education and counselling, making pertinent nursing assessments and appropriate interventions per the study-specific protocol. The research nurse participates in the recruitment of study patients and assists in coordinating and collecting specimens as required by the protocol. The research nurse promotes a culture of research within the organization. Nursing staff work with cytotoxic and hazardous medications on a regular basis. Personal protective equipment (PPE) and training are provided. The incumbent must be able to travel between sites and work a variable shift.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Current registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM)
• Current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the applicable CCMB policy
• Knowledge and understanding of the Canadian Nurses Association Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses, and relevant legislations and regulations.
• Minimum 3 years of oncology experience
• Proficient with computers, software programs and applications such as MS Windows/ Word/Outlook
• Must hold a satisfactory employment record
• Must be able to legally work in Canada

Preferred:

• Bachelor of Nursing
• Clinical research experience
• Experience within an ambulatory care setting
• Experience working with pediatric population
• Experience with IV initiation, PICC and PORT access
• Experience with electronic charting
• Member of professional nursing association (e.g. Association of Regulated Nurses of Manitoba, Canadian Association of Nurses in Oncology, etc.)
• Ability to speak French

Asset:

• CNA 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
• Ability to speak French

Salary: As per MNU Collective Agreement

Closing Date: April 27, 2023

Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed and current resume, plus cover letter demonstrating how you meet the above qualifications, stating your CRNM Number and the above Competition Number.

If there are no applicants meeting the posted qualifications, the Employer MAY CONSIDER an applicant who does not meet the posted qualifications

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