Chemotherapy Registered Nurse (Casual)

Lake of the Woods District Hospital; Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking dynamic Registered Nurses to join their Chemotherapy Department. This role offers an exciting opportunity to provide exceptional patient care in a fast-paced environment, where you will build rapport with patients and work collaboratively with a dedicated team. With a commitment to professional development, the organization provides various benefits, including a robust pension plan and customizable health packages. If you are passionate about nursing and eager to make a difference, this position is the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan

Pay in lieu of vacation

Customizable health and dental plans

Access to staff physiotherapy

Onsite gym

Employee Assistance Program

Staff wellness initiatives

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario required.
• BLS Certification and ongoing competence needed.
• Experience in acute medical/surgical or oncology nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional care to patients in a fast-paced team environment.
• Handle situations with care and confidence ensuring positive patient care.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and education.

Skills

Chemotherapy Nursing Practice

BLS Certification

Blood Glucose Monitoring

IV Therapy Certification

Central Line Access

Oncology Nursing

Knowledge of First Nations Culture

Education

Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Provincial Standardized Chemotherapy & Biotherapy course

CNA certification in Oncology CON(C)

Job description

Competition Number	2025-ONA-023
Job Type	This posting is not for a vacancy. This posting may be used to fill casual opportunities or other permanent vacancies, including part-time and/or full-time positions Those considered successful candidates may also be placed on an eligibility list for future consideration
Hours	Various
Classification	RN
Department	Chemotherapy
Salary	$39.07 to $56.00 per hour As per ONA Collective Agreement
Closing Date	Friday, May 16, 2025

Description

Are you looking for a dynamic nursing specialty career opportunity? Do you like the idea of thinking on your feet in fast-paced environments? As a RN working in the Chemo Department at Lake of the Woods District Hospital (LWDH) you will have the ability to build rapport and deliver exceptional care to patients in a fast-paced team environment. As an integral member of the healthcare team you will have the opportunity to handle situations with care and confidence ensuring a positive patient care journey.

If this opportunity sounds like a great fit for you and you meet most of the essential qualifications we are looking for, we encourage you to apply and provide us more details about why you think you would be a great fit. LWDH is dedicated to ongoing professional development and continuing education opportunities to enhance skillsets and working experience.

Why Work with LWDH? In this position, there are many benefits to joining our team:

• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrolment, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans that includes inflation protections, survivor benefits, buyback options, and early retirement
• Pay in lieu of vacation and benefits provided
• A third party partnered, self-directed and initiated benefits package through Health Care Providers (HCP) Group Insurance is provided that includes customizable health and dental plans, life insurance, long-term disability benefits (LTD), and accidental death, disease and dismemberment (ADD&D) based on package eligibility
• Access to staff physiotherapy, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program, staff wellness initiatives, and much more!

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Current Certification in BLS and demonstrated ongoing competence through annual re-certification
• Certification in Blood Glucose Monitoring and demonstrated continuing competence in BGM through annual recertification
• Certification in IV Therapy with demonstrated ongoing competence
• Proficiency with central line access and care
• Ability to function independently and demonstrate competency in Chemotherapy Nursing Practice
• Preference will be given to those with recent experience in acute medical/surgical, and/or oncology nursing
• Current completion of the Provincial Standardized Chemotherapy & Biotherapy (PSCB) course through De Souza, or willingness to obtain or demonstrated ongoing competency and completion of the CCMC certification
• Knowledge of First Nations culture an asset
• Reliable attendance record
• CNA certification in Oncology CON(C) an asset

Please apply through the online application process via https://lwdh.talentpoolbuilder.com/

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. First consideration will be given to current internal employees of LWDH.

Qualified applicants may be considered for other comparable positions or within the same classification other than this posted position.

Please prepare your application in accordance with the qualifications posted in the job advertisement. Applications will be screened based on the posted qualifications.

LWDH is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion and belongingness in our operations, throughout our workplace, and seeks to employ individuals who are committed to and value these principles.

We believe in and promote the rights of all persons with disabilities as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA 2005) and its related Accessibility Standards Regulations. To meet this responsibility, LWDH will make appropriate accommodations, including alternative formats available. Please inform Human Resources of any accommodation(s) at any point throughout the recruitment and selection process to ensure your equal participation.

LWDH values the importance of creating a workplace that reflects the population it serves and promotes the representation of the Employment Equity groups as outlined by the Employment Equity Act (1993). Applicants are encouraged to self-declare at the time of application.

For more information or to request an accommodation please contact the Human Resources Department at 807-468-9861 ext. 2393