Registered Nurse - Kirkland, United States - Blanche River Health

Description

The oncology nurse practices at a high level of autonomy and accountability in collaboration with oncologists and the inter-professional health-care team to provide a continuum of patient care from prevention, early detection, diagnosis, treatment, follow up, palliation, bereavement and survivorship.

As well as providing chemotherapy services, the nurse will also administer non-chemotherapy treatments as scheduled (blood transfusions, remicade, IVIG etc.)

Requirements:
A graduate from an approved School of NursingMust be registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
Must have Venipuncture Certification (IV Certification), B.C.L.S. Certificate, and added nursing skills relevant to the nursing area.
Minimum of 2-3 years full-time equivalent experience within the last 4 years in an oncology or active medical/surgical unit.

Preference will be given to having a current certification in the administration of chemotherapyWithin 6 months of hire, will be required to compete the Provincial Standardization Chemotherapy and Biotherapy course offered by DeSouzaCommitment to professional development and able to maintain chemotherapy certification yearly.

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
Ability to work in a high-paced, team environment.
Strong interpersonal, organizational and problem solving skills.
Strong computer skills including Internet Explorer, Meditech and order entry.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position.

Knowledge regarding the administration structure of the satellite units and their relationship with the RCP.Availability is essential to this position.

Other duties as assigned.

Bilingualism is an assetPlease send resumes to Human Resources Generalist;It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that his/her application is received within the above time period.

It is also their responsibility to attach a current resume and/or other relevant documentation to their applications. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Blanche River Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.#J-18808-Ljbffr