Registered Nurse (Rn), Brachytherapy Perioperative, Rt Program Kelowna

Registered Nurse (RN), Brachytherapy Perioperative, RT Program
BC Cancer
Kelowna, BC

Utilizing theory-based practice, the General Duty Staff Nurse, Radiation Therapy provides nursing care such as patient assessment and patient and family education related to treatment, process, and side effects consistent with established policies and standards of care. Provides perioperative nursing care to surgical patients.

What you’ll do

• Provide direct patient care by performing duties such as patient assessment, reviewing patient and family history, and developing a nursing care plan specific to the patient needs. Consult with and/or refer patients to members of other health care disciplines as required.
• Function as a scrub nurse and/or circulating nurse for surgical and operative procedures in the Brachytherapy Procedure Area.
• Admit, transfer, and discharge patients according to Agency policies and Operating Room and Professional Practice Nursing directives.
• Maintain patient records by collecting and documenting information related to the patient and health care history, nursing observations, telephone communications, symptom and side effect management, patient and family education and care evaluations.
• Assist the patient in interpretation of the treatment plan and ensures patients and families are aware of services available at the Agency and in the community.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients, families, and staff by adhering to emergency procedures and safety policies and standards.
• Maintain and update own clinical knowledge within area of practice and develop a plan in collaboration with designated personnel/team for professional development. Review progress to ensure goals are achieved within established time frames.

What you bring

Qualifications:

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration as an RN with the British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (BCCNM).
• Graduate of an advanced nursing specialty program in operating room or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

You have:

• Relevant clinical knowledge.
• 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.
• Organize patient care and set priorities.
• Demonstrated skills in CPR techniques and IV skills.
• Awareness of and commitment to learning and understanding the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight 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, development programs to support you – at work and at home.

• 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.
• Comprehensive BC Cancer nursing orientation program.
• Find work-life balance with Monday-Friday, daytime shifts (with occasional Saturdays).
• 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.
• Grow your career through continuing education, ongoing professional development, and certification programs.
• 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.
• Perks include onsite fitness classes and discounts to 350 BC-wide recreational programs, travel, technology, car and bike sharing, and more.

Job Type: Casual

Wage: $41.42 to $59.52 per hour.

Location: 399 Royal Ave, Kelowna, BC V1Y 5L3

Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.

Hours of Work: Monday-Friday; 0700-1500 and 0730-1530

Requisition Number: CAS-170572E

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.