**Internal Interest Posting** Registered Nurse - Grow Your Own - Oncology (LMH) #2026-136

June 11, 2026

North wellington health care louise marshall hospital: POSTING #2026-136

• **internal interest posting*
• Registered nurse - Oncology - “grow your own” opportunity (Casual)

A “Grow Your Own” opportunity is available for a Registered Nurse who has an interest in a career within the Oncology Clinic but does not possess the qualifications. Financial support will be available to the successful candidate with a return of service agreement. **Preference through this opportunity will be given to candidates who have completed or are currently enrolled in the Provincial Standardized Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Course facilitated by the de Souza Institute.**

Position overview

The Oncology Nurse will be involved in all aspects of the oncology and medical day care program including, but not limited to: patient/family assessment, administering & teaching chemotherapy/biotherapy, medical day care activities, providing supportive and palliative care, participation in the development & implementation of patient treatment plans, quality improvement processes, and facilitation of referrals and research activities.

Qualifications

Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario in good standing BScN or related degree Completion of the de Souza Institute Provincial Standardized Chemotherapy and Biotherapy course mandatory Completion of de Souza Institute Foundations in Oncology Nursing course mandatory Certificate in Oncology Nursing CON(C) an asset Current BCLS certification; ACLS preferred Experience with medical day care procedures including but not limited to paracentesis, thoracentesis, phlebotomy, IVIG, blood transfusions Experience with intravenous insertion, PICC and Portacath access Current experience in systemic chemotherapy administration Knowledge & application of principles of oncology and palliative care nursing Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of patient assessment, patient-focused care, oncologic disease processes, needs of the oncology patient population, safe administration of chemotherapeutic agents, principles of adult learning, and therapeutic communication techniques. Demonstrated experience in working both independently and as part of inter-professional team Demonstrated leadership abilities Excellent interpersonal & communication skills Computer literacy; working knowledge of a variety of computer systems & software applications Time management skills Demonstrated commitment to professional development, continuing education and clinical training programs Exemplary attendance record Satisfactory Reference Checks required prior to start date Must provide a Police Vulnerable Sector Check Must complete a Pre-Employment Health Assessment prior to being hired HOURS: As per department schedule