Staff Nurse

The Staff Nurse shall provide evidence-based nursing care, participate in training and research under supervision of the Pediatric Hematology Oncology (PHO) Head of Nursing.

Essential Responsibilities

Provide evidence – based nursing care to children with cancer and Blood diseases.

Perform evidence-based nursing assessments of patients including assessment of vital signs, subjective history, and head-to-toe assessment Administer chemotherapy as per established nursing practice guidelines of the PHO COE including use of the chemotherapy checklist Preparation of chemotherapy as per established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) (unless a dedicated oncology pharmacy has assumed this role) Manage the clinical space, patient flow, supplies and equipment in liaison with ED and other administrative staff Administer supportive care and other medications prescribed for the care of PHO patients Perform phlebotomy for labs ordered for PHO patient care as well as research samples Conduct a structured hand-off with nursing staff at shift change Assist physicians in performing PHO-related procedures including monitoring of patient status throughout the procedure Provide patient and family teaching of patient’s condition, treatment plan, and appropriate home care prior to discharge of patients Participate in PHO Nursing Education

Participating in PHO Nurse training workshops as a learner or as trainer Provide in-service training for junior nurses and nursing students Provide bedside teaching and mentorship to junior nurses and nursing students Participate in the development and revision of PHO nursing curriculum Engage in continuing nurse education (CNE) activities to maintain and improve clinical acumen Participate in PHO Research

Participate in the collection of research samples, e.g. blood draws Provide nursing care according to SOPs for PHO patients enrolled in research Ensure ethical conduct of research in allocated PHO areas, and report any suspicion of unethical research activity Participating in the education of patients and their families regarding participation in research Participate in Quality Improvement (QI) Projects

Identify QI needs for the Centre of Excellence (COE) Participate in design and conduct of QI projects including Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) cycles Requirements

Registered Nurse (RN), with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Current nursing license through all appropriate regulatory bodies Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the field of nursing Must have strong communication and leadership skills. Must be able to build a solid rapport with all staff members. Excellent communication skills Experience in quality improvement projects (clinical setting) Benefits

Private Health Insurance Pension Plan