Patient & Family Educator

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA); Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 46,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

CancerCare Manitoba is looking for a full-time Patient & Family Educator in Winnipeg. The role involves empowering patients through education and support regarding cancer care, while working with a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and a minimum of 3 years experience in oncology, alongside strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of recent nursing experience working in oncology.
• Registered or eligible for registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba.

Responsibilities

• Provide education and support to patients and families affected by cancer.
• Collaborate with the health care team to ensure multi-disciplinary care.
• Develop strategies for promoting cancer education services.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of community outreach strategies

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

MS Teams

Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Publisher)

Job description

CancerCare Manitoba is a provincial agency which provides clinical and academic services and leadership for cancer control and the treatment of blood disorders. Our shared vision of a world free of cancer drives every member of our team. CancerCare Manitoba is the perfect place to thrive if you're seeking a fulfilling career in an organization that is committed to its employees' well-being and professional development.

Competition # 205-25-715521241

Posting End Date: July 02, 2025

City: Winnipeg

Work Location: MacCharles

Department: Hope & Healing

Union: MNU

Hiring Status: Term

Reason for Term: Maternity/ Parental Leave

Anticipated Start and End Date: September 08, 2025 – March 15, 2027 (may expire with two weeks' notice)

FTE: 1.0

Anticipated Shift: Days

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Hourly Salary: $46.152, $47.861, $49.572, $51.437, $53.574, $55.646, $57.910, $60.267

Job Summary

Reporting to the Program Manager - Patient & Family Support Services, the Patient & Family Educator uses a person-centred approach to provide education, information, support and referrals to patients and families affected by breast and other cancers throughout the cancer continuum (suspicion, diagnosis, treatment, survivorship and palliative care). Empowering patients to make informed decisions is an essential aspect of this role.

This position supports patients and families to navigate the health care system and access services and resources. Working collaboratively with all members of the health care team and community stakeholders is an essential part of ensuring multi-disciplinary care. Education, community outreach and support in the development of strategies for the promotion of cancer education services are key elements of this position.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelors Degree in Nursing required from an accredited educational institution
  
  

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of recent nursing experience working in oncology
  
  

An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated interpersonal and written communication and organizational skills
• Understanding of the importance of information, open and honest patient / health care provider communication, and inclusion in the treatment decision making process
• Strong understanding of health care equity and social determinants of health
• Ability to work independently with strong problem-solving skills is essential
• Strong computer skills in Outlook, Microsoft word, PowerPoint, and Publisher and videoconference technology (MS Teams)
• Collaborative approach to multi-disciplinary work is essential
• Knowledge of community outreach strategies
  
  

Preferred

• Master of Nursing Degree
• Previous experience in teaching, education and program development is an asset
• Experience working in breast cancer clinical care is preferred
• Familiar/proficient in ARIA or electronic charting
• Certified in Oncology Nursing (Canada) CON(C) is an asset
• Active participation in professional associations e.g. Association of Regulated Nurses of Manitoba (ARNM) preferred
• Experience working with equity denied populations
• Experience and knowledge of adult learning
• Excellent public speaking skills, experience with delivery of presentations
• Experience and knowledge related to patient and public education, including development and evaluation of group education sessions
  
  

Required Licenses, Registrations, Designations

• Must be a registered or eligible for registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (C.R.N.M.)
  
  

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Available to work occasional evenings and weekends
• Primary work location will be CancerCare Manitoba (CCMB) McCharles site
• This position may require travel within Winnipeg and to other CCMB sites/facilities
• Travel to other sites/facilities may require a valid Manitoba driver’s license and use of a personal motor vehicle
  
  

Other

• Must have satisfactory employment record
• Must be legally able to work in Canada
• Ability to speak French is considered an asset
  
  

Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed and current resume, plus a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the above qualifications and the above competition number.

This position is subject to a Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search, an Adult Abuse Registry Check and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.

CancerCare Manitoba is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment processes and work environment. If you are contacted by CancerCare Manitoba regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if accommodation measures must be taken to enable you to apply and be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

We thank all that apply and advise that only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.