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Unit Summary* As one of Canada's largest and most diverse hospitals, we're providing advanced care to people of all ages from across the province. You can explore advancement opportunities, take professional development courses, and stretch yourself as a leader, all at HHS. We are the largest employer in the greater Hamilton region, and play a vital role in training the next generation of health professionals in collaboration with our academic partners, including McMaster University and Mohawk College. Hamilton Health Sciences is a hospital system of 18,000 staff, physicians, researchers and volunteers that proudly serves south central Ontario residents. We also provide specialized, advanced care to people from across the province. The Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre, located on Hamilton's beautiful mountain brow, is home to one of the largest and most comprehensive Regional Cancer Programs in Ontario. It offers a diverse set of patient care services including a comprehensive emergency department, medical and intensive care services, surgery oncology, hematology-oncology, stem cell transplants, orthopedics, arthroplasty, rehabilitation, and diagnostics. The site has a rich history, originally treating soldiers in World War I. More than 100 years later, it is the headquarter for one of the country's most advanced academic and research-intensive cancer centres and is set to grow by adding a new patient care tower and advanced diagnostics. Its people are the foundation of its excellence with a welcoming and supportive culture. C4, Hematology & Oncology is an inpatient unit providing care for individuals with malignant hematological diseases. The primary modes of therapy are intensive chemotherapy, transfusion and antibiotic support for immunosuppression and stem cell transplantation. As a member of the healthcare team, the Registered Nurse coordinates and evaluates patient care and provides nursing care according to the job description and Standards of Practice for Registered Nurses on Unit C4. *Rotating days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays *Current successful completion of the de Souza Standardized Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Course or Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Certificate equivalent course required * Recent (with the last 2 years) experience in the care of oncology patients preferred * Advanced oncology-nursing credentials such as Certified Oncology Nurse (CON(C), McMaster University Oncology Nursing Certificate, Mohawk College Oncology Certificate or equivalent from and accredited educational institution preferred * Demonstrated knowledge, assessment, and care plan management of acute malignant hematology patients receiving chemotherapy, radiation, or a palliative approach preferred * Demonstrated ability to partner with patient and families to ensure the optimal patient experience along the hematology care continuum * Committed to continual professional growth and enhancing hematology nursing skill set with career progression * Preferred experience in the care of patients undergoing blood cell transplantation * As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of full COVID-19 vaccination to Employee Health Services._*Hamilton Health Sciences fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website. Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note: the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment. Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset. If this position is temporary, selection for this position will be as per the outlined Collective Agreements: Job Type: Full-time 37 per hour Dental care * Extended health care * On-site parking * Vision care