Registered Nurse – Oncology

Kirkland Lake Site – Permanent Part-time

Blanche River Health Offers:  

INCENTIVE PACKAGES that include:

ü Signing bonus –  $12,500

ü Relocation allowance – up to $3000 if relocating from outside of North Eastern Ontario

ü Housing allowance – up to $3000

As well as:

·         EAP program, ‘perks’ program.

·         A commitment to professional and personal development including an Education Bursary program.

·         A commitment to employee Wellness including work-life balance

·         A commitment to a diverse, supportive and equitable workplace

·         A commitment to a culture of safety and of mutual respect that is free from discrimination and harassment

Compensation & Benefits Information

·         Rate of pay ranges from: $40.24 to $57.68, as per the ONA Collective Agreement

·         Eligibility to enroll in the HEALTHCARE OF ONTARIO PENSION PLAN (HOOPP). Click on the link provided for more information - https://hoopp.com/

·         Paid percent in lieu of benefits and vacation percentage on each pay – up to 20% as per the Ona Collective Agreement

Job Summary:

The oncology nurse practices at a high level of autonomy and accountability in collaboration with oncologists and the inter-professional health-care team to provide a continuum of patient care from prevention, early detection, diagnosis, treatment, follow up, palliation, bereavement and survivorship. As well as providing chemotherapy services, the nurse will also administer non-chemotherapy treatments as scheduled (blood transfusions, remicade, IVIG etc.)

Qualifications

·         A graduate from an approved School of Nursing

·         Must be registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario.

·         Must have Venipuncture Certification (IV Certification), B.C.L.S. Certificate, and added nursing skills relevant to the nursing area.

·         Minimum of 2-3 years full-time equivalent experience within the last 4 years in an oncology or active medical/surgical unit.

·         Preference will be given to having a current certification in the administration of chemotherapy

·         Within 6 months of hire, will be required to compete the Provincial Standardization Chemotherapy and Biotherapy course offered by DeSouza

·         Commitment to professional development and able to maintain chemotherapy certification yearly.

·         Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

·         Ability to work in a high-paced, team environment.

·         Strong interpersonal, organizational and problem solving skills.

·         Strong computer skills including Internet Explorer, Meditech and order entry.

·         Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position.

·         Knowledge regarding the administration structure of the satellite units and their relationship with the RCP.

·         Availability is essential to this position.

·         Other duties as assigned.

·         Bilingualism is an asset

Kirkland Lake - For more information regarding the town of Kirkland Lake please click on the link provided

https://www.discoverkl.ca/

Englehart – For more information regarding the town of Englehart please click on the link provided

https://www.englehart.ca/ 

Please submit your resume by December 26, 2025 to Human Resources:

careers@blancheriverhealth.ca

Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Blanche River Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.