Registered Nurse – Medical Oncology

Job title: Registered Nurse – Medical Oncology

Company: Nova Scotia Health Authority

Job description: Req ID: 113657
Location: Central Zone, Dickson Building – QEII
Company: NSHA
Department: CANC Nova Scotia Cancer Centre
Type of Employment: Hourly FT long-assignment (100% FTE) x 1 position(s)
Union Status: NSGEU
Posting Closing Date: 14-Jun-21

Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM on the Closing Date.

Nova Scotia Health Authority is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia. We are over 22,000 employees who provide health care and support services in hospitals, health centres and community-based programs throughout Nova Scotia.

Nova Scotia Health Authority provides health services to Nova Scotians and some specialized services to Maritimers and Atlantic Canadians. We operate hospitals, health centres and community-based programs across the province. Our team of health professionals includes employees, doctors, researchers, learners and volunteers that provide the health care or services you may need. This is accomplished across four geographic management zones which are responsible for the operation of acute care health centres and the provision of a variety of inpatient, outpatient services including academic, tertiary, quaternary care and community based programs and services including continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions.

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse (RN) utilizes the nursing process, critical thinking and problem solving skills to provide holistic care to individuals, families, groups, communities and populations across the life span.

He or she is responsible for the overall coordination and direction of nursing care and for providing clinical leadership–particularly in complex or unpredictable patient/client care settings. This person has the knowledge, skill and judgment needed to provide competent, evidenced based nursing practice.

The RN is accountable for the development, implementation and ongoing evaluation of the plan of care to achieve patient/client outcomes and works as a member of a collaborative care team to achieve these desired outcomes.

The RN supports the development of students and colleagues through acting as a preceptor and providing ongoing mentorship.

He or she contributes to the efficient and effective functioning of the unit, coordination of patient care and staffing.

The RN accepts responsibility for maintaining and continually enhancing competencies through ongoing professional development, including participation in education programs, research and continuous quality activities. Additionally, he/she practices according to the Canadian Nurses Association Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses, the Nova Scotia College of Nurses Standards of Nursing Practice, specialty standards as applicable and the policies and procedures of the Nova Scotia Health Authority.

The RN is responsible and accountable for his/her nursing practice and conduct as defined by the College of Registered Nurses of Nova Scotia and for ensuring that his/her registration is current and valid.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program and registered with the Nova Scotia College of Nurses (NSCN)
• Minimum of two years recent oncology experience
• BLS-C (HCP) certification
• Ambulatory nursing experience an asset
• CNA Oncology Nursing Certification an asset or demonstrated commitment to complete within 2 years
• Current knowledge of oncology treatments and their effects an asset
• Strong communication, interpersonal and decision making skills
• Up to date clinical skills
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must clearly state such equivalencies in their cover letter, resume, or application. Additionally, candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

If no applicants meet the qualifications specified above, consideration may be given to nurses with a minimum of two years recent experience in medicine and/or another ambulatory setting, or less than 2 years experience with a focus in oncology during nursing studies.

Hours of Work

• Long Assignment Full-time Position; 75 hours bi-weekly

• Beginning June 20, 2021 with an expected end date of October 23, 2022

• These dates are subject to change

Salary Information

$35.0366 – $41.4138 hourly

$42.8633 hourly with 25 years RN experience

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Typically interviews are held within three to four weeks of the closing date.

Successful external applicants will be required to submit the below documents and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment. Additional documentation such as banking & proof of identity will be included in your offer letter.

• Criminal Record Check
• Proof of education & training certifications
• Proof of any additional required qualification
• Valid registration with the relevant licensing body
• Submission of immunization record along with health assessment documentation
• Proof of SIN number

Hiring Process will depend on the timeliness of delivering the above. This is a Nursing bargaining unit – NSGEU position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Nova Scotia Health Authority is proud to provide a smoke free and scent free environment. Only online applications are accepted.

Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. Our priority groups are Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians, Persons with Disabilities and Recent Immigrants. Members of these groups are welcome to apply and self-identify if they wish to be considered under our Employment Equity policy.

Expected salary:

Location: Halifax, NS

Job date: Fri, 11 Jun 2021 06:58:38 GMT