Pediatric Hematology/Oncology RN – Care Leader

IWK Health; Halifax; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

IWK Health in Halifax invites applications for a Registered Nurse (RN) within the Hematology/Oncology/Nephrology service. The RN provides holistic, evidence-based care, supports patients and families, and leads nursing assessment and care planning across all health stages.

The position emphasizes collaboration with an interprofessional team, patient education, and care coordination. Shifts are 11.25 hours, Mon–Fri and weekends, with a mix of 0700–1900 and 1900–0700, in a unionized nursing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required (candidates with commensurate experience and education will be considered).
• Licensed or eligible for licensure with the Nova Scotia Nursing and Midwifery Regulator is required.
• 1 year of pediatric experience required.
• Experience in Hematology/Oncology or Nephrology preferred.
• Hematology/Oncology or Nephrology certification or enrollment in certification process preferred.
• PD dialysis and/or APHON Chemotherapy Biotherapy Provider Status preferred.
• Current successful completion of a Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada Basic Life Support Level (BLS) Program within the last 12 months, or renewal, required.
• Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrates critical thinking, problem-solving, and strong decision-making ability.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills; language skills are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic, evidence-based care to meet needs of individuals, families, and communities.
• Lead nursing assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient/family care.
• Collaborate with interprofessional team to ensure quality patient/family care.
• Coordinate patient/family education and care across all health stages.
• Uphold standards of ethics and professional guidelines in nursing practice.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

IWK Health in Halifax invites applications for a Registered Nurse (RN) within the Hematology/Oncology/Nephrology service. The RN provides holistic, evidence-based care, supports patients and families, and leads nursing assessment and care planning across all health stages.

The position emphasizes collaboration with an interprofessional team, patient education, and care coordination. Shifts are 11.25 hours, Mon–Fri and weekends, with a mix of 0700–1900 and 1900–0700, in a unionized nursing