NP-TFT-Malignant Hematology Clinic

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1 Temporary Full Time NP

Complex Malignant Hematology Clinic

Reposted

This vacancy is Reposted. Candidates who have previously appliedfor this position are required to resubmit

their application.

It is a condition of this posting that your home unit canaccommodate your temporary absence in the event

you are successful.

The Nurse Practitioner, CMH Clinic, will function in aninterdisciplinary team environment. The role will primarily focus

upon the management of patients with an oncology / hematologydiagnosis.

The NP has a direct reporting relationship to the Program / ServiceDirector and matrix relationship for nursing

practice to the Director of Nursing. NPs will have a professionalaccountability for quality and safety to the Medical

Advisory Committee through the Chief of Department and matrixrelationship to the Chief Nurse Executive. The NP

is an expert practitioner with a specialty based focus whofunctions with a high level of autonomy, knowledge and

skills to formulate clinical decisions and manage chronic illnessthrough an interdisciplinary team approach. NP

practice addresses the five domains of Advanced Practice Nursing : Clinical Practice, Collaboration, Research,

Leadership, and Change Agent. The percentage of time dedicated toeach of these domains is variable, based on

the program needs and will evolve with the program.

Primary Responsibilities :

The NP's practice is primarily focused on caring for patients withan oncology / hematology diagnosis, and could also

involve a broad range of chronic disease conditions. Skillsinclude : advanced physical assessment, clinical

reasoning, pharmacology and collaboration with physicians and theinterdisciplinary team to formulate effective care

plans. Patient education and ongoing emotional support are keyelements required for success in the chronic

disease population.

Must provide patient care or services in a manner that isconsistent with TBRHSC mission and reflects the core

values of Patient & Family Centred Care.

Must treat all information concerning patient affairs orillnesses and / or hospital business as confidential, privileged

information, which must never be discussed except in the course ofduty.

Must be accountable for ensuring the safest patient care andservices and for recognizing and reporting safety

incidents or potentially unsafe conditions.

Employment Requirements :

• Unencumbered registration as a Registered Nurse in the ExtendedClass with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Nurse Practitioner certification in Primary Health Care orAdult streams.
• Membership in RNAO or NPAO is required.
• Successful completion of Graduate Studies.
• Minimum 3 years recent nurse practitioner experience in anacute care setting during past 5 year period.
• Experience in Oncology / Hematology (2 years minimum)
• Completion of the Desouza Chemotherapy / Biotherapy Course to becompleted, will be provided
• Excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to the principles of Patient and FamilyCentred Care.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) Certification.
• Regular and sustained attendance.
• Knowledge of and adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct.
• Computer skills using Word, Excel and Power Point, Groupwise.

Salary Range : $65.210 to 70.750

The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety andsecurity of the patients, visitors, employees and assets

financial and otherwise. All offers of employment to externalcandidates shall be conditional upon : a satisfactory

Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) where indicated, to ensure theabsence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of

full vaccination of all required doses of a COVID 19 vaccineapproved by Health Canada to Occupational Health &

Safety.

The Hospital is committed to delivering healthcare in a mannerthat is consistent with Patient and Family Centred

Care. Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge,understanding and commitment to this care

philosophy.

Candidates will have demonstrated adherence to the Hospital's Codeof Conduct. Regular attendance at work is

imperative, therefore, all applicants will have to demonstrate agood attendance record to be considered for this

position.

Joining our team means that you will be an integral part ofachieving our mission, vision and values.

Our Mission : We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported andadvanced by research, innovation

and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples ofNorthwestern Ontario.

Our Vision : Exceptional care for every patient, every time.

Our Values : Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, andaccessible environment supporting diversity in our work

environment to provide quality care where all feel valued,respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a

workforce reflective of the communities in which we live and serveand encourage Indigenous people, visible

minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and self identify.Upon request, accommodations due to a disability

are available throughout the selection process. Additionally weare identified as an English / French speaking health

sciences centre and encourage bilingual candidates to apply.

If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, theHospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified

individuals.