Reporting to the Program Manager/Director, the Registered Nurse is responsible to apply, in the practice setting, nursing theory, practical expertise, an awareness of community services and physiological and principles of health and disease. The RN receives reports from health professionals, obtains related health information, and collates the information for the clinical team at WRCC for triage, further assessment and planning. The position also follows up with patients and or community personnel, relaying WRCC clinical recommendations and orders.
The Registered Nurse is responsible and accountable to provide safe, quality patient care within the standard of professional nursing practice and participates in quality initiatives and monitoring activities. The registered nurse, complies with the Occupational Health and Safety standards for the organization and is proactive in promoting a safe work environment by reporting unsafe conditions to the Program Manager.
According to the philosophy, visions and strategic directions of Windsor Regional Hospital, the Registered Nurse is responsible to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the delivery of patient and family care, including supportive care and clinical trials, in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
The Registered Nurse is responsible for the application of current theory and research in the delivery of care consistent with the vision and values of the hospital and the standards of relevant professional organizations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Recent nursing experience in the complex malignant hematology population, required
• Apheresis experience in stem cell collection, required
• Minimum 2 years or 3000 hours of recent (acute oncology, chemotherapy) experience AND successful completion of Chemotherapy/Biotherapy course required and CNA certification required (commitment to obtain within 5 years from program entry)
• Demonstrated clinical competence in intravenous therapy, administration of blood/blood products and venous access devices
• Demonstrates sound assessment skills
• Ability to perform a relevant patient assessment (history and physical assessment) and to prioritize patient needs
• Maintains accurate and comprehensive clinical documentation according to organization wide standards
• Demonstrates effective problem solving/critical thinking
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal communication (interdepartmental, intradepartmental, patient/family)
• Demonstrates commitment to family centered care with respect to advocacy, teaching patient rights, respect, cultural diversity and patient death
• Participates in research projects
• Responsible for ongoing personal professional development
• Assumes in charge responsibility as required
• Assists in orientation of professional colleagues and external partners
• General good health and a level of fitness appropriate for the demands of the position
• Knowledge of the French Language is an asset

EDUCATION/TRAINING EXPERIENCE:

• Current Certificate of Registration issued through the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Apheresis experience in stem cell collection, required
• CNA (Canadian Nurses Association) Certification in Oncology preferred (required within specified timeframe noted above)
• CNA (Canadian Nurses Association) Certification in Hospice Palliative Care preferred
• Recent certification in the administration of chemotherapy agents required
• Current CPR Certification required
  Windsor Regional Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, upon request, accommodation will be provided by WRH throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.
  

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• Coordinate appointments, tests, and treatments with multidisciplinary teams including hematologists, oncologists, social workers, and other specialists.
• Provide patients and their families with information about the diagnosis, treatment options, and potential side effects.
• Collaborate with the care team (internally and externally) to develop and review individualized treatment plans.
• Monitor patients’ progress through treatment, identifying any changes or concerns that need to be addressed.
• Ensure patients are following the prescribed treatment plan and assist with navigating any barriers
• Address any emerging concerns or side effects after treatment completion and guide post-treatment care.
• Act as a liaison between patients and healthcare providers, ensuring all parties are informed of the patient’s condition, treatment plan, and needs.
• Facilitate communication within the healthcare team to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care.
• Participate in all transplant and cellular activity related activities in outpatient and inpatient areas (etc documenting and recoding vital signs, providing patient support)
• Coordination of care for all patients undergoing transplants and cellular therapy, in conjunction with Lead Clerk – Hematology and care team
• Collaborate with CMH NP regarding patient care plans and interventions for the CMH population
• Assist in managing side effects or complications related to the disease or its treatment.
• Participate in program and role development and improvement initiatives
• Provide patient care as assigned for CMH patients (ie specimen collection, assessments, monitoring) in systemic treatment area and clinic setting
• Provide ongoing emotional support for patients and families coping with the stress of a cancer diagnosis and refer patients to appropriate supportive service as needed
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the care and outcomes of patients with malignant hematologic conditions.
• Stay updated on the latest research and best practices in hematology and seeking continuing education opportunities
• Develop/participate in CMH educational initiatives (care team, patients, caregivers)
• Liaison with other regional centres and provincial bodies (OH-CCO, FACT, etc.) as required