Registered Nurse, Medicine/Oncology

Oak Valley Health; Markham; On-site; CAD 86,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Valley Health is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Medicine Unit with emphasis on oncology. You will perform comprehensive assessments, plan care, educate patients and families, and coordinate discharge in collaboration with the interprofessional team.

Leadership and strong communication are essential to support patient-centered care. Requires current RN registration, BCLS, and willingness to complete Oncology Foundations or Level 2 ICU Stepdown within 1 year.

Qualifications

• Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses (CNO).
• Current BCLS certification.
• Oncology Foundations Course recommended or willing to complete within 1 year of hire.
• Level 2 ICU Stepdown certificate or willing to complete within 1 year of hire.
• Minimum of 2 years of recent experience in medicine with an emphasis on oncology.
• RNAO membership preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessment, care planning, patient education and discharge planning.
• Coordinate interprofessional plans of care reflecting patient needs.
• Demonstrate leadership, analytical and problem solving skills to support quality patient care.
• Develop and update comprehensive patient education plans aligned with patient goals.
• Collaborate with interprofessional team to advance programs supporting patient care.

Skills

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Teaching skills

Interprofessional collaboration

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Leadership

Patient education

Education

Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses

RN licensure in Ontario

RNAO membership preferred

Tools

Proficient computer skills

Job description

Please Note: If you are a current Oak Valley Health employee, apply to this job via the internal Workday application.Land acknowledgement:Oak Valley Health is honoured to provide care on the traditional and treaty territory of the Anishinaabeg, and acknowledge our closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The land is encompassed within Treaty 13, Treaty 20, and the Williams Treaty.Today, this area is home to many diverse Indigenous Peoples, and we acknowledge the health disparities and barriers Indigenous Peoples face in accessing care. To support true healing, we are committed to understanding these challenges, learning from Indigenous knowledge, and taking action together to improve safe and equitable health care for current and future generations.Who you are:You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courageYou are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standardYou are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skillsWhat we need:As a registered nurse you will become an integral member of the interprofessional team in partnership with a patient support assistant responsible for the comprehensive care of medical patients. You will practice in an environment where the emphasis is on professional practice and customer satisfaction.Using your clinical expertise, you will, in collaboration with the interprofessional team, be responsible for comprehensive assessment, care planning, patient education and discharge planning to support the continuity of care throughout the patient’s stay on Medicine Unit. You will play a critical role in the coordination and development of interprofessional plans of care, which reflect patient needs.In addition, you will utilize your demonstrated clinical leadership skills, well developed analytical, problem solving, delegation and interpersonal skills to assist you in the provision of quality patient care. You will be accountable for the development of comprehensive patient care plans and patient education plans, which reflect your ongoing assessment focusing on the patient’s goals. Your excellent clinical leadership skills will assist you in working with the interprofessional team in the further development of programs to enhance and support patient care.What you bring to the role:Current Certificate of Registration with the College of NursesCurrent BCLS certificationOncology Foundations Course Recommended or willing to complete within 1 year of hireLevel 2 ICU Stepdown certificate or willing to complete within 1 year of hireMinimum of 2 years of recent experience in medicine with an emphasis on oncology;RNAO membership is preferredExcellent physical assessment skillsProficient computer skillsDemonstrated commitment to a patient/family centred care environmentDemonstrated excellent critical thinking and problem solving skillsDemonstrated ability to work effectively within an interprofessional team as well as independentlyWell developed organization, communication, interpersonal and teaching skillsEvidence of ongoing professional development, continuing education and leadership experienceDemonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standardsDemonstrates a commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with hospital related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as requiredWork Schedule:The successful candidate will work 12 hour shifts (days and nights) weekday, weekend and holidays.Please note schedules may change due to operational needs.Compensation:BAND JRange:$41.18 - $59.03Who we are:Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community health care organizations and include Markham Stouffville Hospital, Uxbridge Hospital, and our Reactivation Care Centre. Across our hospitals and the RCC we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 468,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).Our 542 physicians, 35 midwives, over 3,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an honoured to care mindset and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost. Are you ready to join us?Oak Valley Health diversity statementOak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health. Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.We are honoured to be recognized as one of Forbes Canada's Best Employers for Diversity 2023. We ranked within the top 150 organizations across the country. Learn more about our commitment to EDI.Learn more about our Honoured to care culture:https://youtu.be/PV2TybgOqvA