FUNCTIONS SUMMARY

Reporting to the Manager of the Regional Palliative Care Community Services, this position entails working as a palliative care nurse consultant. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certification of competency from the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Bachelor's degree in a health care discipline, preferably in nursing science or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Palliative Care.
• Proven knowledge and expertise in palliative care pain and symptom management.
• Requires a driving licence and use of a car.
• Proven teaching abilities.
• Willingness to be flexible with work hours in order to meet the demands of the position.
• Proven leadership abilities, excellent academic and professional activities.
• Proficiency in using computer software.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certification in Oncology Nursing or Hospice Palliative Care.
• Current cardio pulmonary resuscitation certification.
• Fluent in French and English.  
• Innovative and analytic in problem-solving.        
• Capable of working under stress in a constantly changing environment.
• Master's degree in health care or education. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

All applicants must provide a recent CV, and a cover letter that clearly indicate that they meet the required qualifications. Copies of their degrees and certification, if applicable, must also be included.

Bruyère Continuing Care is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments.  If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the departmental official of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.