Oncology Nurse II Float

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 # 378-23-7134070

Posting End Date: Open until filled

City: Winnipeg

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

Department: Systemic Therapy Program & Outpatient Clinics Program

Union: MNU

Hiring Status: Term

Anticipated Start Date and End Date: ASAP - One Year Term

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, $46.260, $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 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.  The incumbent must be available to work a variable schedule and work cross all sites.  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 to both Outpatient Clinic and Systemic Therapy Programs across all of CancerCare Manitoba sites, including MacCharles, St. Boniface Hospital, Victoria General Hospital, and Grace General Hospital.

Qualifications:

Requirements:

• Current registration with College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM)
• Current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)
• Strong understanding of patient-centred care
• Proficient with MS Word//Outlook and internet use

• 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

• Previous experience in chemotherapy administration and IV insertion
• Knowledge and experience with oncology
• Experience with electronic charting
• Ability to speak French

• 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 and self-development

Will be assessed During the Interview Process:

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills

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

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.