Cancer Care Alberta (CCA) has a unique opportunity for a Registered Nurse (RN) to help make a difference for Indigenous patients and communities fighting Cancer. We are currently searching for an Indigenous Cancer Patient Navigator (ICPN) RN to join our team. The ICPN is an integral member of the local multidisciplinary cancer center team bridging a crucial connection between Indigenous peoples including First Nations, Inuit and Metis patients, families and communities with dedicated teams of cancer care services and health professionals. This role works with stakeholders (including oncology specialists, supportive care services, other health care providers, community-based services, patient representatives and CCA) to identify gaps, ensuring that cancer patients within the Indigenous community have timely access to services, community supports and resources throughout the patient’s cancer continuum, from first consultation through to survivorship or palliation. The ICPN builds linkages and relationships with community-based care providers, physicians, and other health professionals to support cancer patients within their local environment and at a tertiary or provincial level. At any point across the cancer trajectory, the ICPN will work in collaboration with the health care team to identify a patient's symptoms and concerns, and tailor interventions to address their physical, psychological, social, emotional, spiritual, and or practical needs. A focus of the ICPN role is working closely with communities and stakeholders to identify gaps and develop strategies to improve access to services to better support Indigenous patients and their families across the cancer care journey.
Description:As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will provide a wide variety of nursing services to patients, families, communities and populations, while taking necessary steps to ensure their safety and well-being. In your role, you will utilize nursing processes, through critical thinking, problem solving and decision making, as well as teach, counsel and advocate on behalf of patients and their families. You will play a leadership role in supporting an integrated and holistic approach to patient care, health promotion and maintenance. You will provide safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS. PLEASE NOTE: Provisional Permit Holders shall be paid $39.58 /hour - $54.16/hour. Upon being entered into the register of Registered Nurses, the rate of pay shall be adjusted to the rate of pay applicable to a Registered Nurse in accordance with AHS/UNA Article 25.02(b)(i) or (ii) as applicable.
Classification: Registered Nurse (2022.75)Union: United Nurses of AlbertaUnit and Program: Cancer Patient NavigationPrimary Location: Jack Ady Cancer CentreLocation Details: As Per LocationMulti-Site: At (UNA only)FTE: 0.60Posting End Date: 05-AUG-2025Employee Class: Regular Part TimeDate Available: 15-AUG-2025Hours per Shift: 7.75Length of Shift in weeks: 2Shifts per cycle: 6Shift Pattern: DaysDays Off: Saturday/SundayMinimum Salary: $43.26Maximum Salary: $59.21Vehicle Requirement: Not ApplicableRequired Qualifications:Completion of an accredited nursing education program. Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA). Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP). If you have not practiced as a Registered Nurse within the last five (5) years, completion of the following free courses is required: CRNA Medication Management - Chapters 1 - 4 (https://connect.nurses.ab.ca/home/%2Flearning-and-development%2Flearning-modules%2F) and the NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification (https://courses.nextgenu.org/course/view.php?id=271#section-0)
Additional Required Qualifications:Completion of CCA-AHS Cancer Patient Navigation course upon hire or within 3 months of accepting position. Five (5) years recent experience as a Registered Nurse in oncology, public or community health. Ability to excel in complex working environment with multi-tasking, interruptions, and supporting patients under emotional distress.
Preferred Qualifications:CNA Oncology Certification (CON(c)). Demonstrated experience working with Indigenous communities or a strong understanding of Indigenous cultures and traditions. Diversity training related to Indigenous cultures and/or related certifications. Fluency in an Indigenous language.