The BC Cancer Agency (BCCA) is committed to reducing the incidence of cancer, reducing the mortality from cancer, and improving the quality of life of those living with cancer. It provides a comprehensive cancer control program for the people of British Columbia by working with community partners to deliver a range of cancer services, including prevention, early detection, diagnosis and treatment, research, education, supportive care, rehabilitation and palliative care. It operates five regional cancer centres in Surrey, Kelowna, Vancouver, Vancouver Island, and Abbotsford, with a sixth centre scheduled to open in Prince George in 2012. The BC Cancer Agency's Research Centre conducts research into the causes and cures for cancer.
BCCA is an agency of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) which plans, manages and evaluates specialty and province-wide health care services across BC. PHSA embodies values that reflect a commitment to excellence. These include: Patients first • Best value • Results matter • Excellence through knowledge • Open to possibilities.
Staff Nurse, Cancer Care
Reference # 14358
Casual on Call Day Shifts
$30.79 to $40.42 per hour
Abbotsford Cancer Centre
The Staff Nurse utilizes theory-based practice and provides nursing care to oncology patients and their families.
Qualifications
Education, Training and Experience
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Registered Nurses of British Columbia (CRNBC).
Current CPR (Level C) certification
Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated relevant clinical knowledge.
Demonstrated ability to apply clinical knowledge in practice.
Demonstrated communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with patients, the public and all levels of staff both verbally and in writing.
Demonstrated ability to organize patient care and set priorities
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Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
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PHSA is committed to employment equity and hires on the basis of merit. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities