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Registered Nurse - Hematology/Oncology

The Registered Nurse coordinates and evaluates patient care for individuals with malignant hematological diseases on an inpatient unit. Responsibilities include administering intensive chemotherapy, providing transfusion and antibiotic support, and assisting with stem cell transplantation.

  • On-site
  • Hamilton, ON
  • Posted Aug 14, 2026
  • Apply by Aug 21, 2026
  • 1 position

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Job summary

C4 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. Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification Recent (with the last 2 years) experience in the care of oncology patients preferred Recent (within 1 year) experience in antineoplastic drug administration preferred Advanced oncology-nursing credentials such as Provincial Standardized Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Course (offered at the De Souza Institute), Certified Oncology Nurse (CON(C), McMaster University Oncology Nursing Certificate, Mohawk College Oncology Certificate or equivalent from and accredited educational institution preferred Demonstrated knowledge of the current assessment and management of the acute care malignant hematology patient receiving chemotherapy, radiation, or palliative care preferred Demonstrated experience and skill in chemotherapy administration, IV starts and the care of central lines preferred Preferred experience in the care of patients undergoing blood cell transplantation Demonstrated interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills Demonstrated ability to support patients and families of patients who are terminally ill

What you’ll do

The Registered Nurse coordinates and evaluates patient care for individuals with malignant hematological diseases on an inpatient unit. Responsibilities include administering intensive chemotherapy, providing transfusion and antibiotic support, and assisting with stem cell transplantation.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and BCLS certification. Recent experience in oncology nursing and antineoplastic drug administration is preferred, along with relevant oncology nursing credentials.

Listed skills

  • TeamworkPreferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Hematology
  • Oncology
  • Chemotherapy administration
  • Stem cell transplantation
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Central line care
  • Patient assessment
  • Palliative care
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Teamwork
  • Antibiotic support
  • Immunosuppression management
  • Registered Nurse (RN)
  • Central Venous Catheter
  • Acute Care
  • Drug Administration
  • Chemotherapy
  • Antibiotics
  • Antineoplastic Drugs
  • Oncology Nursing
  • Biotherapy
  • Blood Cell
  • Blood Transfusions
  • Management
  • Interpersonal Communications
  • Nursing Care
  • Palliative Care

Job areas

  • Healthcare
  • Hematology/Oncology Registered Nurse
  • Registered Nurse (General)
  • Nursing Professionals
  • Registered Nurses

Additional details

Minimum education
Professional degree
Minimum experience
2+ years
Apply by
Aug 21, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week