Registered Nurse - Cancer Clinic
About The Position
Humber River Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for their Cancer Clinic. This role involves providing exceptional care to cancer patients, coordinating and delivering treatment aspects, administering medications, fluids, and chemotherapy. The Oncology nurses serve as the first line of communication for patients, supporting them through consultation, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up, and palliative care. Humber River Health is a digital hospital focused on using technology and clinical expertise to improve healthcare, serving a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto. They are committed to equity, inclusivity, and community connection, and are affiliated with the University of Toronto and Queen’s University.
Requirements
- Current RN registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Current BCLS certification
- Current de Souza Institute Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Administration Certification is required
- Excellent knowledge and skills in CVAD management and IV starts and infusion therapy
- 2 years current experience in oncology required.
- Current CNA, Oncology Specialty designation or eligible to write
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to work with a multi-disciplinary team, patients, family members and visitors.
- Demonstrated excellent patient assessment skills..
- Excellent organizational skills with an ability to set priorities and meet deadlines
- An ability to work well independently with minimal supervision
- Excellent attendance and discipline free record required.
Nice To Haves
- DeSouza Institute course Foundations in Oncology Nursing, preferred.
- An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset. Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices
Responsibilities
- Safe Administration of Chemotherapy and Biotherapy.
- Excellent Patient/Family teaching skills with an ability to promote patient centered care
- Care planning and coordination of care within a multidisciplinary team
- Utilization of computerized systems for documentation of patient care.
- Participation in project teams or Hospital committees as required.
- Resource/team leader responsibilities.
- Preceptorship of nursing students and Mentorship of new nursing staff.
Benefits
- Staff, Physician and Volunteer engagement
- Research and academic collaboration
- Commitment to high-quality patient care
- Compassion, professionalism, and respect
- Inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace
- Accommodations available throughout the recruitment process and employment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
