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Registered Nurse, Surgical Oncology

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Sinai Health

9d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Healthcare
  • Toronto

AI generated summary

  • You must have a CNO registration, a BScN or equivalent, oncology specialty certificate, 1 year surgical nursing experience, and strong skills in pain management, wound care, IV therapy, and TPN.
  • You will assess patients, manage complex post-op care, administer medications, maintain lines, monitor drains and TPN, provide education, and perform additional related duties as needed.

Requirements

  • Job Requirements:
  • Current certificate of registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
  • Graduate of a CNO-approved bachelor’s degree in nursing program, or equivalent combined education and experience
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN). Applicants in their final year or near completion will be considered
  • Specialty certificate in oncology
  • 1 year recent adult medical surgical nursing experience with advanced skills in ostomy care, TPN and chest tubes
  • Excellent teaching skills experience that incorporates adult learning principles
  • Sound knowledge base in:
  • Pain (PCA, epidural, CADD) and symptom management
  • Skin and wound care, ostomy care and chest tube care
  • IV therapy
  • TPN

Responsibilities

  • Conduct head-to-toe assessments and focused assessments according to patient needs
  • Receive complex post-op patients
  • Administer medications
  • Maintain peripheral and central lines
  • Monitor drains, stomas and Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN)
  • Provide patient and family-centred education
  • Perform other duties consistent with the job classification, as required

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Registered Nurse position in the Surgical Oncology Unit?

The primary focus is to provide specialized nursing care to patients undergoing post-surgical interventions for various types of cancer.

What qualities are sought after in candidates for this role?

Candidates should be highly motivated, empathetic, and capable of establishing trusting relationships with patients, understanding their unique needs, and advocating for their well-being.

What type of patient population will I be caring for?

You will care for patients who have undergone surgeries related to gastrointestinal, breast, or urological cancers, as well as those from general surgery, palliative care, and inflammatory bowel disease.

What are the typical nurse-to-patient ratios in the Surgical Oncology Unit?

Typical patient ratios for nurses are 4:1 on days and 6:1 on nights.

What are the mandatory job requirements for this position?

Mandatory requirements include a current certificate of registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) and graduation from a CNO-approved bachelor’s degree in nursing program or equivalent combined education and experience.

Is prior experience required for applicants?

While it is preferred to have at least one year of recent adult medical-surgical nursing experience, especially with advanced skills in ostomy care, TPN, and chest tubes, recent graduates are also encouraged to apply.

What types of skills and knowledge should applicants possess?

Applicants should have excellent teaching skills, a sound knowledge base in pain and symptom management, skin and wound care, ostomy care, chest tube care, IV therapy, and TPN.

Will I have opportunities for professional development in this role?

Yes, the position offers opportunities for continuous learning and professional development, allowing nurses to stay at the forefront of medical advancements and enhance their skills in the evolving field of surgical oncology.

How can I apply for this position?

Interested candidates can apply via the button provided in the job posting and should include reasons why they would be a great addition to the team.

Sinai Health

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Mission & Purpose

Sinai Health is a leading academic health science centre and a trailblazer for integrated care across the health continuum. Our fusion of science, innovation, care and learning has earned us international, national and provincial leadership for unique programs and compassionate care. Since 2015, Sinai Health has delivered excellent care in hospital, community and home. Comprised of Mount Sinai Hospital, Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital, the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute and our system partner Circle of Care, Sinai Health discovers and translates scientific breakthroughs, pushes boundaries for health solutions, and educates future clinical and scientific leaders.