Registered Nurse, Apheresis Program

About The Ottawa Hospital Reshaping the future of Healthcare The Ottawa Hospital (TOH) is one of Canada's largest learning and research multi‑campus hospitals. With more than 1,400 beds and approximately 17,000 staff, physicians, residents and volunteers, we deliver specialized care to the Eastern Ontario, Western Quebec and Eastern Nunavut regions. At The Ottawa Hospital, we don't just serve our community, we belong to the community.

That insight is at the heart of our ambitious plan to reshape the future of healthcare for our community. From the compassion of our people to the relentless pursuit of new discoveries, The Ottawa Hospital never stops seeking innovative solutions to the most complex health care challenges while continually engaging with the community to support our vision to provide each patient with the kind of care and compassion we would want for our loved ones. Working together with its research institute, the University of Ottawa, and other partners, the hospital is continually gaining national and international recognition for high‑quality patient care, teaching and research, while striving to meet the needs of the culturally diverse community we serve.

Position Information Although the position is designated to the Apheresis Program, it will have responsibilities in the Transplant and Cellular Therapy as well as in the vascular access program as it relates to patients and donors undergoing apheresis procedures. This position is based at General Campus with rotation at the Civic Campus. Rotation/Shifts Days and evenings standby, including weekends, 8‑hour shifts.

For information purposes only – the Hospital reserves the right to change. Basic Requirements Certificate of registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario. Minimum three (3) months general nursing experience.

Minimum of three (3) months experience in one or more of the following programs: vascular access, critical care, Transplant and Cellular Therapy. Extensive experience with peripheral and central vascular access. Theoretical knowledge of apheresis including collection of haematopoietic stem cells.

Theoretical knowledge of extra‑corporeal photopheresis as a treatment modality for chronic graft‑versus‑host disease. Demonstrates the ability to evaluate and implement a plan to meet the vascular access needs of patients/donors undergoing apheresis procedures. Demonstrates knowledge of patient populations requiring therapeutic apheresis as a treatment modality.

Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively in an oral and written format with patients, public, colleagues and other health disciplines. Demonstrates flexibility to work in an environment of rapid change. Identifies a commitment to personal continuing education activities.

Ability to work autonomously. Demonstrates effective leadership skills. Must be eligible to work in Canada.

Proficiency in English and French – oral expression (advanced level) and comprehension (advanced level). Language proficiency requirements are based on the nature of the position and the level of interaction with French and English‑speaking clients. Preferred Qualifications A degree in Nursing.

Specialty certification with the Canadian Vascular Access Association or the American Vascular Access Association. What You Can Expect From Us The Ottawa Hospital is committed to providing a healthy, safe, and inclusive work environment for everyone. We are driven by our purpose to provide each patient with world‑class care, exceptional service and compassion we would want for our loved ones.

We offer an attractive and equitable compensation package including a comprehensive benefits package, a Defined Benefit Pension (DBP) plan, and insurance protection. We also offer discounts from choice providers on a variety of products and services. The Ottawa Hospital provides various health and wellness resources as well as opportunities for personal and professional development, from our in‑house Learning and Leadership Development team to help align your goals with your career objectives.

Interested? Apply today! If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by improving the health of the community, excited by leading‑edge medical technology, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient safety as we are, we would like to hear from you.

Please submit an on‑line application for the position you are interested in. We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. The Ottawa Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive work environment.

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