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Pediatric Oncology/Hematology is a specialty unit that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of children, usually up until the age of 17, who have cancer or a hematological disorder. A pediatric Hematology/Oncology Registered Nurse (RN) will coordinate care and collaborate with other team members in order to provide the best care possible (Psychology, Social Work, Pharmacy, Physicians, Dietary, Nurse Practitioner, etc.). The RN primarily strives to help their patients reach realistic health care goals through appropriate assessment, intervention, and implementation of appropriate goals of care, documentation and evaluation. An advanced RN has the ability to provide, guide and evaluate nursing practice delivered to individuals diagnosed with cancer, their families and the community. They have a sound knowledge in research and protocol driven chemotherapy and road map compliance and able to administer chemotherapy as per the appropriate standard of practice. Entry level pediatric nurses in the Oncology/Hematology unit will see a variety of service patients Oncology/Hematology and off service patients Medicine/Surgical patients.
Description:
As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will provide a wide variety of nursing services to patients, families, communities and populations, while taking necessary steps to ensure their safety and well-being. In your role, you will utilize nursing processes, through critical thinking, problem solving and decision making, as well as teach, counsel and advocate on behalf of patients and their families. You will play a leadership role in supporting an integrated and holistic approach to patient care, health promotion and maintenance. You will provide safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values. PLEASE NOTE: Provisional Permit holders will be paid $40.76 to $55.79 per hour. Upon obtaining a full practice permit, the rate of pay will be adjusted to the applicable Registered Nurse rate in accordance with UNA Article 25.02(b)(i) or (ii), as applicable.
Classification: Registered Nurse (2022.75) Union: United Nurses of Alberta Unit and Program: Pediatric Oncology/Hematology/Immunology Primary Location: Stollery Children's Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: At (UNA only) FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 12-NOV-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits Date Available: 22-NOV-2026 Temporary End Date: 30-NOV-2027 Hours per Shift: 11.63 Length of Shift in weeks: 12 Shifts per cycle: 40 Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Evenings, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $44.56 Maximum Salary: $60.98 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Completion of an accredited nursing education program. Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP) certification.
Additional Required Qualifications:
APHON certification required; at least 2 years of pediatric oncology/hematology/immunology experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
As required.
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Responsibilities
Coordinate and deliver safe, quality, patient- and family-centered nursing care for pediatric oncology, hematology, immunology, and other assigned patients. Assess patients, implement and evaluate care plans, administer chemotherapy according to standards and protocols, document care, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team while educating and advocating for patients and families.
Requirements
Applicants must complete an accredited nursing education program, be active or eligible for registration and a practice permit with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta, and hold current BCLS-HCP certification. APHON certification and at least two years of pediatric oncology, hematology, or immunology experience are also required.
Skills
- Pediatric Oncology Nursing
- Hematology Nursing
- Immunology Nursing
- Patient Assessment
- Care Coordination
- Chemotherapy Administration
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Clinical Decision-Making
- Patient and Family Education
- Patient Advocacy
- Care Planning
- Clinical Documentation
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Research and Protocol Compliance
- Basic Cardiac Life Support
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Keywords
- Registered Nurse
- Pediatric Oncology
- Hematology
- Immunology
- Chemotherapy
- APHON Certification
- BCLS-HCP
- CRNA Registration
- Patient Assessment
- Care Coordination
- Care Planning
- Patient Safety
- Patient- and Family-Centered Care
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Clinical Documentation
- Research
- Protocol Compliance
- Road Map Compliance
- Health Promotion
- Patient Advocacy
- Patient Education
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Clinical Decision-Making
