Nurse Practitioner (NP-MRP) â Oncology / Transition Pool

Quinte Health; Belleville; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Quinte Health seeks a Nurse Practitioner to provide specialized oncology and palliative care in Belleville, Ontario. The role involves delivering expert clinical care, managing patient treatments, and leading quality improvement initiatives in a multidisciplinary team. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in oncology and be committed to compassionate patient-centered care.

Benefits

Work-Life Balance

Career Development

Collaborative Environment

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario in the Extended Class.
• Minimum of 3 years clinical experience in oncology or critical care.
• Experience in oncology and/or palliative care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert oncology care in outpatient and inpatient settings.
• Manage chemotherapy and supportive therapies while guiding patients.
• Lead as Most Responsible Practitioner in a hospital setting.

Skills

Compassionate care

Clinical leadership

Critical thinking

Communication

Education

Masters degree in nursing (MN / MScN)

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Job description

As a Nurse Practitioner in this dualcapacity role you will :

Provide Specialized Oncology & Palliative Care :

Deliver expert evidencebased oncology care in both outpatient (clinic) and inpatient settings through the Dr. Douglas A. MacIntosh Cancer Clinic.

Coordinate and provide treatments including chemotherapy biotherapy (immunotherapy) supportive therapies and symptom management.

Offer compassionate palliative care across all inpatient units ensuring dignified and supportive endoflife care.

Lead as a Most Responsible Practitioner (MRP) :

Serve as the MRP in a hospital setting with the authority to admit discharge and independently manage patients.

Provide fullscope care supported by comprehensive hospital resources.

Collaborate closely with internal medicine family medicine specialists subspecialists and an interprofessional team to deliver holistic care.

Manage diverse patient diagnoses and support individuals and families through complex postacute care needs.

Innovate and Inspire :

Lead and participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and clinical outcomes.

Educate and mentor colleagues promoting a culture of excellence and continuous learning.

Contribute to the advancement of cancer and hospital medicine through evidenceinformed practice and collaboration.

At Quinte Health youll be part of a forwardthinking organization committed to innovation professional growth and compassionate care. Located in one of Ontarios most beautiful regions our hospitals offer the perfect blend of career fulfillment and lifestyle balance.

Whats in It for You

WorkLife Balance in a Stunning Region : Enjoy boating cycling skiing snowmobiling and relaxing on sandy beachesall in a vibrant community full of art culture food and wine.

Career Development : Benefit from leadership opportunities mentorship and ongoing education.

Collaborative Environment : Join a multidisciplinary team that values your voice and expertise in shaping patient care.

Join Us and Make a Difference

If youre passionate about delivering exceptional oncology and hospital care ready to lead as an MRP and inspired to innovate in a collaborative environment we want to hear from you. Help us shape the future of healthcareone patient one breakthrough one moment of compassion at a time.

Apply today and become part of Quinte Healths mission to deliver excellence in patientcentered care.

Required

Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) in the Extended Class (RNEC). NP Adult preferred; however NP Primary Health Care with relevant hospitalbased experience will also be considered.

Masters degree in nursing (MN / MScN) from a recognized academic institution.

Authorized to prescribe controlled substances in accordance with CNO regulations.

Minimum of 3 years clinical experience in oncology acute inpatient care or critical care nursing.

Minimum of 2 years clinical experience functioning in an NP role.

Previous experience in oncology and / or palliative care is strongly preferred.

Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) required; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification is an asset.

Demonstrated clinical leadership critical thinking and decisionmaking skills in a complex healthcare environment.

Proven ability in advanced health assessment diagnosis care planning and therapeutic interventions.

Strong organizational and problemsolving skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple patients and clinical needs effectively.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to build rapport and collaborate effectively with patients families and the interprofessional team.

Committed to patient and familycentered care and the principles of cultural safety and equity.

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within interdisciplinary care teams.

Demonstrated understanding of patient safety principles risk mitigation and adherence to hospital policies professional standards and legal requirements.

Experience functioning as a Nurse Practitioner Most Responsible Practitioner (NPMRP) is preferred but not required.

Duties

As a Nurse Practitioner at Quinte Health you will provide expert compassionate care with a primary focus on oncology and palliative services while also practicing as a Most Responsible Practitioner (MRP) in select inpatient postacute units. This advanced practice role combines clinical excellence with leadership innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration. Primary responsibilities include :

Providing direct patientcentered oncology care in both outpatient (cancer clinic) and inpatient settings.

Managing patients receiving chemotherapy biotherapy (immunotherapy) and supportive therapies such as blood transfusions and symptom management.

Conducting thorough patient assessments monitoring treatment response and coordinating care across the cancer care continuum.

Supporting patients and families with education counselling and emotional support throughout their cancer journey.

Providing Palliative and EndofLife Care

Leading compassionate palliative care across all inpatient units ensuring dignity comfort and support for patients with lifelimiting illnesses.

Collaborating with palliative physicians and the healthcare team to manage pain and complex symptoms and to support decisionmaking and advance care planning.

Functioning as Most Responsible Practitioner (MRP)

Managing patients independently within the scope of an NP including admission discharge documentation assessment diagnosis prescribing and performing procedures.

Practicing in postacute inpatient units including Complex Continuing Care Rehabilitation Assess and Restore and Alternate Level of Care.

Clinical Leadership & Collaboration

Collaborating with the interprofessional team to develop implement and evaluate individualized care plans.

Responding promptly to changes in patients health status and needs ensuring safety and promoting optimal function and quality of life.

Acting as a clinical resource mentor and educator to colleagues learners and team members.

EvidenceBased Practice & Quality Improvement

Leading and contributing to the development of clinical guidelines protocols and pathways that reflect current research and best practices in oncology and hospital medicine.

Participating in program planning quality improvement initiatives and systemlevel changes to improve patient care and outcomes.

Advocating for vulnerable patients and championing person and familycentered care throughout the health system.

At Quinte Health our four hospitals unite under the core values of Imagine Its You Value Everyone We All Make a Difference and Stronger Together . We work as one team to enhance lives improve access to highquality care and build healthier communitiesright where people need it most.

Quinte Healths four hospitals are the heart of our communities delivering exceptional care close to home. As one unified team were passionate about improving lives and expanding access to highquality healthcare. Our staff physicians and volunteers dont just work herewe live grow and thrive here. If youre compassionate and driven we have exciting opportunities across our hospitals. Join us and make a real impact!

Physical Demands Analysis

Strength

Required Occasionally lifting and carrying average weight 20 pounds and max 50 pushing / pulling average 1015 pounds and max 30 pounds patient assist approx. 100 pounds

Mobility

Required Constantly standing

Required Frequently walking bending / stooping

Required Occasionally sitting twisting / turning bending crouching / squatting kneeling

Required Rarely balancing climbing

Dexterity

Required Frequently forward shoulder movements gripping / grasping pinching neck elbow shoulder wrist and back normal range of motion

Required Occasionally fine finger movements shoulder movements (up / down)

Required Rarely foot action

We thank all interested candidates for their response however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Quinte Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our Recruitment process follows the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act in order to provide a fair and equitable process for all candidates. Applicants requiring accommodation through the recruitment / interview process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department atx2577 or for assistance.

Key Skills

Hospital Experience,Acute Care,Basic Life Support,ICU Experience,Infusion Experience,Triage,TFS,Conflict Management,Nursing,Critical Care Experience,Epic,Medication Administration

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Experience : years

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