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1 ‑ Temporary Full Time ‑ Registered Nurse
Complex Malignant Hematology Clinic
It is a condition of this posting that your home unit can accommodate your temporary absence in the event
you are successful.
Why Join Us?
· Impactful Work: Your leadership will directly influence the quality of care provided to our patients and the
efficiency of our operations, in a values based team environment.
· Competitive Compensation: We offer a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary to attract
top talent.
· Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP): We are proud to participate in the Healthcare of Ontario
Pension Plan (HOOPP), offering our employees the security and peace of mind that comes with having
access to a pension plan. We understand the importance of financial well‑being and believe that a strong
pension recognizes our employees, like you, and provides a stable foundation for your future as part of our
overall compensation package. When you join, you automatically contribute to the Plan each pay period. As
your employer, we also contribute $1.26 for every dollar you contribute.
Joining our team means that you will be an integral part of achieving our mission, vision and values.
Our Mission: We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported and advanced by research, innovation
and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples of Northwestern Ontario.
Our Vision: Exceptional care for every patient, every time.
Our Values: Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability
About the role:
The Hospital strives to deliver care that is centred on patients and families. Patient and Family Centred Care (PFCC)
is the provision of care that is respectful of, and responsive to individual patient/family preferences, needs, and values
and ensures that those values guide all decisions. Creating a caring environment for patients and families ensures
continuity of care and fosters a learning environment. Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge,
understanding and commitment to this care philosophy.
Reporting to the Manager of Oncology Nursing Services, you will be responsible for providing quality nursing care to
outpatients admitted for assessment on the 1A Medical/Oncology Unit, whose outcomes are not predictable. As part
of a multidisciplinary health care team, you will practice within the Standards of the College of Nurses of Ontario, the
Standards of Care identified by CANO and CCO, the Philosophy of patient and family centered care, mission vision,
values and the policies of Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre. The Registered Nurse working within the
CMH Clinic is responsible for assessing patients on a daily basis, responsibilities, include, but are not limited to:
performing vital signs and physical assessment, CVL care, blood draws, IV therapy, and communicating directly with
the Nurse Practitioner.
Applicants must possess the following qualifications:
* Current unrestricted registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario
* Current certification in BCLS
* deSouza Provincial Standardized Chemotherapy & Biotherapy Certification course
* Five (5) years recent experience in Oncology Nursing with demonstrated experience and knowledge of all aspects
of Oncology treatments, including but not limited to Radiation Therapy, Chemotherapy/ Immunotherapy
Administration, Toxicity Assessment, Oncology Emergencies, Transplant Medicine and Clinical Trials
* Ability to use the Nursing Process (assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation) in conjunction with her/his
basic and ongoing knowledge to arrive at individualized care planning and delivery
* Collaborates and provides consult to Registered Practice Nurse's (RPN's) when patients assigned to the RPN
become unstable or have outcomes that are not as expected
* Identify and recognize abnormal or unexpected patient responses and take appropriate action
* Ability to simultaneously manage multiple nursing interventions
* Strong interprofessional and communication skills
* Central Venous Line Management
* Demonstrated understanding of the use of assessments and tools in Mosaiq (EMR)
* TCPS 2 Research Ethics Certification
* Radiotherapy and chemotherapy patient assessments
* Toxicity grading and management
* Advanced knowledge in oncology emergency assessments and interventions
* Advanced pain and symptom management
* Experience with genetic counseling, prevention and screening, and clinical trials
* Experience with and knowledge of care of immunosuppressed patients (oral care, wound prevention, wound care,
safety precautions)
* Desouza Complex Malignant Hematology course, or to complete upon hire
The Registered Nurse in the Complex Malignant Hematology Clinic (CMH) when not busy will work as a team
member on 1A and assist 1A staff as time allows for it, this includes assisting with admissions, transfers, discharges,
patient care on the 1A Medical/Oncology Unit. Some travel is required for this position.
Salary Range: $41.150 to 58.980
The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets
financial and otherwise. All offers of employment to external candidates shall be conditional upon: a satisfactory
Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of
full vaccinations approved by Health Canada to Occupational Health & Safety. Candidates will have demonstrated
adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct. Regular attendance at work is imperative, therefore, all applicants will
have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered for this position.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible 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 serve and 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 we are 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, the Hospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified
individuals.
Interested applicants must submit a resume outlining relevant previous experience and training no later than
11:59p.m. on Thursday, 19 November, 2026.
Internal applicants may apply via the job posting page on the iNtranet. External applicants must apply through our
website.
Posted: November 12, 2026
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