Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 08:00-16:00 Days Off Friday, Saturday, Sunday Vacancy Type Temp PT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $41.42 - $59.52 Paid FTE 0.84 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 60.0 Planned Start Date Apr. 7 2025 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Jan. 30 2026 Pending Return of Incumbent Yes CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) Required for Professional Registration Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
As part of a multidisciplinary health care team, the Oncology Nurse assesses, plans, provides and evaluates nursing care for assigned patients/clients in accordance with established policies, procedures and standards.
QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And ExperienceRegistration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant; BC Cancer Systemic Therapy certification and two (2) years' recent, related experience. Basic Life Support, Level C. Certification in Oncology Nursing from The Canadian Nurses Associations (CNA) would be considered an asset.
Skills And AbilitiesApply the nursing process.Demonstrate sound organizational, problem solving, and teaching skillsDemonstrate good judgement, observation and patient/client assessmentDemonstrate tact and empathyPrioritise and organise patient/client care needsOperate related equipmentWork as part of a multidisciplinary health care teamAssume in charge responsibilityFoster good public relationsCommunicate effectively, both verbally and in writingPhysically able to perform the duties of the position Link to Full Job Description https://jd.viha.ca/JD1864.pdf Additional information for applicants Additional Clauses BCNU: PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION WILL BE POSTED FOR 72 HOURS. NOTE CLOSING DATE. Recent negotiations with the Nurses Bargaining Association (NBA) have resulted in changes to the hiring language in the Collective Agreement ( Article 18.01- First Consideration). The internal application process for nurse postings has been changed to ensure that you are aware of the need to provide the following relevant information with your application (within your Cover Letter and/or Resume). 1) Qualifications (Education & Experience): Please list how you meet the qualification requirements as noted in the job posting. 2) Qualifications (Skills & Abilities): Please explain how you meet each of the critical unit specific skills and abilities to work successfully in this position on this unit. Refer to the Job Posting for Skills & Abilities. The change to application process will help managers determine if internal applicants meet education and experience qualifications, and have the necessary unit skills and abilities contained in the job description. Requisition CA Nurses Bargaining Association Affiliation/Union BCNU