The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute is the research arm of The Ottawa Hospital – one of Canada’s largest learning and research hospitals. We are proudly affiliated with the University of Ottawa and supported by The Ottawa Hospital Foundation. With more than 2200 scientists, clinician investigators, trainees and staff, and total revenues of more than $120 million, we are one of the foremost Canadian hospital-based research institutes. Our research spans more than a hundred different diseases, conditions, and specialties with an overall focus on translating discoveries and knowledge into better health.
Job Description
The Oncology Clinical Trials program is seeking an experienced nurse to join a dedicated team responsible for administering chemotherapy and other study treatments at the Ottawa Hospital Cancer Centre Clinical Trials Unit.
Education/Experience:
•Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN);
•Certificate of registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO);
•Minimum of one (1) year of oncology experience;
•CNA Oncology Certification (CON(C));
•DeSouza Provincial Standardized Chemotherapy and Biotherapy (DeSouza) or ONS (Oncology Nursing Society) certification is mandatory. Must be willing to maintain this certification and recertify if required.
Skills and Abilities
•Superior assessment skills and knowledge of interventions related to oncological symptom management and oncological emergencies;
•Knowledge of the nursing process as it relates to the oncology patient and the ability to apply this knowledge in a clinical setting;
•Commitment to personal continuing education activities and self-evaluation activities;
•Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively in oral and written formats with patients, public, colleagues and other health disciplines;
•Demonstrates competencies of the Specialized Oncology Nurse described by CANO;
•Excellent time management and organizational skills; Demonstrates the ability to assess patient and family learning needs and the ability to plan and provide appropriate teaching individually and in a group setting;
•Demonstrates ability and application of knowledge related to Central Venous Access Devices (CVAD), including care and maintenance;
Contract Details:
This is a part-time casual position – Shifts are up to 8 hours per day, Monday to Friday; variable hours weekly
Salary: Min: $45.197/hr- Max: $60.263/hr
Comments to Applicant:
Please provide your CV and a cover letter to clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the position listed
Contact Info:
Name: Nancy Drummond-Ivars
Title: Senior Clinical Research Program Manager
Program: Oncology Clinical Trials
Ottawa Hospital Research Institute
Address: 501 Smyth Road, Box 944
Email: ndrummond@toh.ca
The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute is committed to building and sustaining a welcoming and supportive culture that promotes equity, diversity and inclusion for trainees, researchers, and staff. We are devoted to identifying and removing barriers that limit equitable access to opportunities within our organization. The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute strongly supports initiatives that encourage the participation of all groups, in particular the four groups defined in the Employment Equity Act (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities).
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those invited for an interview will be contacted. The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute is an equal-opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.
