Grow Your Career at Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS)
At BCHS, we are driven by a bold vision: To Lead Beyond Care. As a two-site community hospital system in Brantford and Paris, Ontario, we serve with purpose, passion, and a deep commitment to the people who rely on us.
- Brantford General Hospital – Our acute care hospital offering a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient services.
- The Willett in Paris – Home to our urgent care centre and transitional care services, supporting patients through every step of their healthcare journey.
With over 130 years of service, BCHS is evolving with a renewed focus on excellence, collaboration, and innovation. Our strategic priorities center on Quality Care, Connected Teams, and a Healthy Future for our patients, our people, and our community. Our culture is shaped by our core values and pillars:
Core Values: Be Bold and Courageous | Commit to Excellence | Champion Equity | Be Trustworthy
Four Pillars: Patient-First | People-Centred | Partnership-Based | Progress-Focused
These values reflect who we are, what we stand for, and how we work together to have influence. Join us in shaping the future of healthcare—right here at BCHS.
Why Choose BCHS?
- Investing in You – Access to a centralized Education Fund, tuition support, and professional development opportunities.
- Flexible Scheduling – Within a standard work week
- Career Growth – Internal job postings, mentorship programs, and leadership development.
- Predictable Work Locations – Stability and consistency in your work environment.
- Collaborative Team Culture – Work alongside skilled professionals in a supportive, interdisciplinary setting.
- Employee Wellness Matters – Peer Support Team, Wellness Committee, Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families.
- Commitment to Safety – Comprehensive safety programs for all
- Competitive Compensation and Benefits –– Salaries and benefits designed to align with industry standards, reinforcing our commitment to attracting and retaining top talent. Excellent Pension Plan.
- Diversity & Inclusion – We are actively working to diversify our teams and remove systemic barriers in hiring, retention, and advancement. We track and report on our progress because representation matters. We regularly review our benefits, policies, and programs through an equity lens to meet the needs of our diverse teams. Provide accommodations for religious practices and use trauma-informed policies that support mental wellbeing.
- Recognition & Rewards – Employee appreciation programs and professional recognition opportunities and Corporate Committee
- Community Impact – Make a real difference in patient care and public health every day.
- Choose Civility – Where every interaction matters. Civility and respect shape our workplace, as individuals treat one another—and the communities we serve with dignity, empathy, and cultural awareness. We foster a culture of civility by raising awareness, setting clear expectations, and continually reviewing our policies and practices to ensure respect is at the core of everything we do.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Clinical Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementation and evaluating nursing care and practice activities as required in an outpatient oncology clinic. Responsibilities will include monitoring of vital signs, administration of chemotherapeutic agents, and providing comprehensive education for patient and their family. Provides holistic nursing care to meet the emotional, psychological, spiritual and physical needs of the oncology patient and their families. Acts as a navigator to support the patient through the continuum of care in the oncology setting. The incumbent must possess strong empathic communication skills, advanced knowledge and competence in the care and maintenance of Central Venous Access Devices (CVAD) as well as exceptional ability in the insertion of challenging peripheral vascular devices. The successful candidate must have a broad knowledge basis on current treatments for oncology patients and adhere to standards of practice in the safe administration of these treatments.
The applicant must provide evidence of a commitment to person-centred care with a positive attitude, continuous learning, quality improvement and patient safety.
Primary Responsibilities
- Monitoring of patients during and post administration of chemotherapy and other infusions
- Establish a patient-centred therapeutic relationship supporting the needs of individuals throughout their care
- Health teaching for patients including symptom management and risk reduction utilizing therapeutic communication techniques and strategies
- Flexibility in work environment and daily assignments
- Collaboration with a variety of healthcare providers
Mandatory Qualifications
- Current certificate of registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Current B.C.L.S
- Oncology certification required or willing to obtain upon hire
- Current Chemotherapy certification required or willing to obtain upon hire (deSouza or equivalent oncology certification)
- Certification in I.V., Venipuncture & CVAD management
Mandatory Competencies
Technical:
- Demonstrated knowledge of CVADs, including access, care and management
- Demonstrated knowledge of therapeutic phlebotomy, transfusions
- Experience in patient education and health teaching including the ability to apply principles of adult learning
- Excellent attendance record
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, critical thinking, and time management skills
- Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team
- Knowledge and experience using a variety of electronic health record and medication systems
Cognitive:
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of oncological disease processes, symptom management and abnormal clinical indicators
- Demonstrated commitment to quality patient care and experience in patient education
- Demonstrated commitment to continuing education
Preferred:
- Minimum of 1 year experience in Oncology considered an asset
- Minimum of 1 year current experience in Outpatient, critical care or related areas considered an asset
- Member of CNAO (Canadian Nurses Association in Oncology)
- Member of RNAO
- CNA (Canadian Nurses Association) Certification in Oncology
- Patient Navigation (CCO)
- Experience in Quality Improvement and Patient Safety initiatives
Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
BCHS is committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome people from all walks of life, including people of all genders, sexual orientations, racial and ethnic backgrounds, Indigenous identities, abilities, and lived experiences. Inclusion is part of how we deliver better care
We are dedicated to removing barriers and providing accommodations at every stage of the hiring process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodations, please inform us when contacted, and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you are passionate about healthcare and looking for a supportive and dynamic work environment, we would love to hear from you! Apply today and join BCHS in delivering exceptional care with compassion and integrity.
AI Use in Hiring
Brant Community Healthcare System does not use artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or algorithms to screen, assess, or rank candidates during the hiring process; all applications are reviewed by our recruitment team.
