Registered Nurse (RN), Surgical Oncology – BC Cancer – Vancouver

Registered Nurse (RN), Surgical Oncology

BC Cancer

Vancouver, BC

What you’ll do

• Provide nursing care in accordance with the Nursing Department’s philosophy, conceptual framework, and standards of practice.
• Function as a member of the health team by; identifying patient needs and consulting with members of other health care disciplines as necessary, communicating patient-related information to health team members through documentation in the patient’s chart and the provision of written and/or oral reports and participating in interdisciplinary rounds.
• Function as scrub nurse/circulator/PAR nurse for operations and special procedures.
• Admit, transfer, or discharge patients according to Agency policies and Clinic/Nursing Department directives.
• Assist the patient in interpretation of the treatment plan and ensure patients and families are aware of services available at the Agency and in the community.

What you bring

Qualifications:

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (BCCNM).
• Graduation from an Operating Room post-diploma program preferred, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Current practicing registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (BCCNM).

You have:

• Relevant clinical knowledge in providing intra-operative care.
• Ability to apply clinical knowledge in practice.
• Communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with patients, the public and all levels of staff both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to organize patient care and set priorities.
• Skills in CPR techniques.
• Awareness of and commitment to learning and understanding the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Site Report (2020), BC’s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), and other related reports.
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC’s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, and development programs to support you – at work and at home.

• Help us maintain the highest patient survival rate in Canada.
• Use state-of-the-art technology and the latest, evidence-based treatments.
• Be a respected member of Canada’s collaborative leading oncology clinical teams
• Find work-life balance with Monday-Friday, daytime shifts (with occasional Saturdays)
• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including 2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.

Job Type: Casual
Wage: $41.42 to $59.52 per hour

Location: 600 West 10th Avenue, Vancouver, V5Z 4E6
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday; 0700-1500 or 0730-1530

Requisition Number: 173273E

What we do

BC Cancer provides comprehensive cancer control for the people of British Columbia.

BC Cancer is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

( PHSA ) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

PHSA and BC Cancer are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments’ unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey-one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation. True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination. Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.