Determine education priorities by completing learning needs assessments of individuals or groups.
Develop and revise educational programs through research, consultation, education development, monitoring, and updating.
Deliver certification courses (e.g., Chemotherapy Care, Radiation Therapy Nursing, IV therapy, Central Venous Catheter care) including preparing written materials, facilitating workshops, and overseeing clinical practice sessions.
Organize and deliver orientation sessions for new nursing employees within a network of Nurse Educators.
Support Clinical Nurse Leaders to orient, preceptor, mentor, and support direct care nurses and other staff.
Collaborate with practice leaders to provide leadership, consultation, and performance support to clinical staff, employed student nurses, and students.
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care in support of educational activities.
Plan and schedule educational activities and maintain attendance tracking and reporting statistics.
Assist provincial leaders in evaluation and/or development of new education programs by administering needs assessments and developing instructional materials.
Mentor staff to adhere to best practice guidelines and new initiatives as a knowledge broker for clinical advances.
Facilitate new product evaluation and integration into clinical practice as a liaison between company representatives, centre leadership, and nursing staff.
Act as an education resource person for the Community Oncology Network (CON) nursing staff.
Deliver education sessions to individuals or groups using varied teaching methods (lectures, presentations, mentoring, coaching, facilitating group work, role modeling).
Participate in quality improvement and risk management activities (evaluate effects of changes, generate recommendations, conduct safety audits, implement required changes).
Promote research-informed practice by collaborating with BC Cancer provincial resources and facilitating ongoing research development.
Participate on committees as assigned and report information back to unit/program staff
Requirements summary
Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration as an RN with the British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (BCCNM).
Three (3) years of recent oncology nursing experience, including one (1) year of education and/or leadership experience (or equivalent combination).
Oncology Nursing Certification is an asset.
Demonstrated knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples in social and health contexts.
Commitment to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism and discrimination and embed Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility.
Knowledge of legislative obligations and provincial commitments within BC Cancer contexts (e.g., TRC Calls to Action, In Plain Sight, BC Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act, UNDRIP, BC Human Rights Code, Anti-racism Data Act, etc.).
Ability to apply learning theory and evidence to teaching practices.
Ability to establish educational priorities and implement education based on changing practices (legislation and technology).
Critical thinking and problem solving skills.
Ability to foster effective teaching and learning relationships and facilitate learning environments.
Ability to develop, utilize, and evaluate clinical practice resources.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to provide leadership and work direction in a coaching/mentoring role
Graduation from an approved School of NursingCurrent practicing registration as an RN with the British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (BCCNM)Effective communication (verbal and written)Learning needs assessmentIndigenous Cultural Safety and HumilityCritical thinking and problem solvingAnti-racism and DEI principlesQuality improvement and risk managementUnderstanding of settler colonialism impacts and equity-deserving groupsCoaching, mentoring, and preceptingApply learning theory and evidence to teaching practicesDevelop, facilitate, and evaluate educational programsEducation development (research, consultation, monitoring, updating)Facilitate workshops and clinical practice sessionsOrganize and deliver orientation sessions
Job description
Clinical Nurse Educator, Nursing Ambulatory Care BC Cancer Surrey, BC The Clinical Nurse Educator utilizes evidence and learning theory to develop, facilitate and evaluate educational programs. The Clinical Nurse Educator acts as a research and clinical resource for nurses, nursing students and the interdisciplinary team in the regional centres and the Community Oncology Network. They collaborate with leaders including the Manager Clinical Services and Regional Nursing Lead, Clinical Nurse Coordinators, Clinical Nurse Leaders, Charge Nurses and community nursing leaders to ensure that the educational needs of nursing staff are met. The Clinical Nurse Educator supports the Clinical Nurse Leaders in their work to orient, mentor and support direct care nurses on a daily basis. The focus of the Clinical Nurse Educator is to support interdisciplinary orientation and education at the regional centres. The Clinical Nurse Educator also collaborates with centre leadership and educators in Radiation Therapy and Pharmacy to develop, facilitate and deliver interdisciplinary education at the regional centres and to provide provincially designed, centre wide orientation and educational supports and programs on an as needed basis. What you'll do
In collaboration with the Manager/Director/Clinical Nurse Leaders, determines education priorities by completing learning needs assessments of individuals or groups.
Develop and revise educational programs through a process of research, consultation, education development, monitoring and updating.
Deliver certification courses in topics such as Chemotherapy Care, Radiation Therapy Nursing, IV therapy, and Central Venous Catheter care to nurses by means such as preparing written materials, facilitating education workshops and overseeing clinical practice sessions.
Organize and deliver orientation sessions for new nursing employees as part of a network of Nurse Educators by means such as presenting clinical skills, practice tools and other related information.
Support Clinical Nurse Leaders to orient, preceptor, mentor and support direct care nurses/other staff in their clinical responsibilities.
Collaborate with other practice leaders to provide leadership, consultation, and performance support to clinical staff, employed student nurses and students to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care.
Plan and schedule educational activities and maintains a system for tracking attendance; maintains statistics for reporting purposes.
Assist Provincial Leaders in the evaluation and/or development of new education programs by means such as administering a needs assessment and developing instructional materials.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Municipal pension plan
Psychological health & safety programs
Holistic wellness resources
Professional development opportunities (2,000+ in-house courses)
Indigenous Cultural Safety training
Indigenous-specific anti-racism training
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and accessibility training
Mental health and well-being training
Annual statutory holidays (13)
Generous vacation entitlement and accrual
WorkPerks discount program
Remote work friendly employer (eligibility may vary)
Clinical resource and research resource for nursing staff and interdisciplinary teams
Plan and schedule educational activities
Maintain attendance tracking and reporting statistics
Safety audits and implementing practice change
Promote research-informed practice
Liaison between company representatives and clinical leadership
Deliver education using lectures, presentations, mentoring, coaching, group work, and role modeling
Knowledge broker for new and innovative clinical advances
Knowledge of legislative obligations and provincial commitments (BC Cancer/PHSA context)
Mentor staff to adhere to best practice guidelines and new initiatives by serving as a knowledge broker on new and innovative clinical advances.
Facilitate new product evaluation and integration into clinical practice by acting as a liaison between company representatives, centre leadership and nursing staff.
Act as an education resource person for the Community Oncology Network (CON) nursing staff.
Deliver education sessions to individuals or groups including nurses using a variety of teaching methods including lectures and presentations, mentoring, coaching, facilitating group work and role modeling.
Participate in quality improvement and risk management activities by methods such as evaluating effect of changes in practice, generating recommendations for alternative approaches to practices, conducting safety audits, and implementing change when required.
Promote research-informed practice by collaborating with BC Cancer provincial resources, increasing staff awareness and involvement in research activities, identifying practice issues that require research, and facilitating the development of ongoing research.
Participate on committees as assigned and reports information back to the unit/program staff. What you bring
Qualifications
Graduation from an approved School of Nursing with current practicing registration as an RN with the British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (BCCNM).
Three (3) years of recent experience in oncology nursing, including one (1) year of education and/or leadership experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Completion of Oncology Nursing Certification is an asset. Demonstrated knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples in social and health contexts, including supported by significant knowledge of Indigenous-specific mandates, including clear understanding of and commitment to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism and discrimination and embed Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility.
Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the historic and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism and systemic racism on Indigenous Peoples within social and health contexts. This includes understanding how these factors contribute to current health disparities and barriers to care. Show a clear commitment to identifying, challenging, and eradicating Indigenous-specific racism and all forms of discrimination impacting equity-deserving groups within healthcare settings. This involves recognizing personal biases, institutional barriers, engaging in anti-racism education and training and advocating for systemic change.
Knowledge and understanding of legislative obligations and provincial commitments within BC Cancer contexts found in the foundational documents including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study, BC Human Rights Code, Anti-racism Data Act and how they intersect across the health care system. Core Competencies:
Brings an understanding of the Indigenous specific racism and the broader systemic racism that exists in the colonial health care structure, and has demonstrated leadership in breaking down barriers and ensuring an environment of belonging. Embed Indigenous Cultural Safety and Humility into all aspects of work. This means creating an environment where Indigenous patients feel respected, valued, and understood. Foster trust through respectful communication, active listening, and honoring equity-deserving people's perspectives on health and wellness. Commit to ongoing education and training on Indigenous health issues, cultural safety, and DEI principles. Participate in workshops, cultural immersion experiences, and continuous professional development to stay informed and responsive to equity-deserving groups. Provide patient-centred care that respects Indigenous ways of knowing and healing, respects BIPOC experiences and world views ensuring that care plans are culturally relevant and holistic.
Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous-specific anti-racism, anti-racism and Indigenous Cultural Safety and foundational documents and legislative commitments (The Declaration Act, the Declaration Action Plan, TRC, IPS, Remembering Keegan, etc.). You have:
Ability to apply learning theory and evidence to teaching practices.
Establish educational priorities to meet identified program, organization and learner needs.
Implement education based on changing practices (i.e. Legislation and technology).
Utilize and demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving skills.
Foster effective teaching and learning relationships.
Facilitate learning and create effective learning environments.
Collaborate with a variety of stakeholders in preparing appropriate learner environments.
Develop, utilize and evaluate clinical practice resources.
Develop and deliver teaching/learning modalities and education materials that promote evidence informed/best practice.
Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Provide leadership and work direction in a coaching/mentoring role.
Demonstrates a commitment to beginning and/or continuing their personal learning journey related to Indigenous-specific racism and dismantling systems of oppression, as well as addressing racism more broadly. Shows willingness to articulate and share their learning experiences to contribute to a culture of motivation and inspiration among peers.
Demonstrates foundational knowledge of the social, economic, and political realities of settler-colonialism and its impacts on Indigenous peoples and equity-deserving groups within social and health contexts. Understands the impact of social determinants of health-on-health outcomes. Shows a commitment to learning about and upholding legislative obligations and provincial commitments outlined in foundational documents such as the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place: Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan, Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study, the BC Human Rights Code, Anti-Racism Data Act, and the Distinctions Based Approach. What we bring Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.
Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
Access to professional development opportunities through our 2,000+ in-house courses including a range of experience level, profession-specific, or other essential training on Indigenous Cultural Safety; Indigenous-specific anti-racism; Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and accessibility, mental health and well-being, and more.
Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more. Job Type: Temporary, Part-Time (0.58 FTE until December 31, 2026) Wage: $49.20 to $67.08 per hour.
Location
13750 - 96th Avenue, Surrey, BC V3V 1Z2 Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Hours of
Work: Monday – Thursday; 0800-1600
Requisition
Number: 200564E What we do BC Cancer provides comprehensive cancer control for the people of British Columbia. BC Cancer is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA). The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province.
Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.
Learn more about
PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services PHSA and BC Cancer is committed to equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code. One of PHSA’s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya'kula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at indigenous.employment@phsa.ca. Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and marginalization faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and self-determination of Indigenous communities. PHSA must uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents such as including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous
Peoples
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Attention current employees of
PHSA: You must apply via your internal profile at http://internaljobs.phsa.ca. The internal job posting expires on June 26, 2026, and will no longer be accessible. If the internal job posting has expired, please e-mail internaljobshelpu@phsa.ca with the six-digit job requisition number and your PHSA employee ID number to be considered as a late internal applicant. Please do not apply for the external job posting. If you have not yet set up an internal profile, please e-mail internaljobshelpu@phsa.ca with your PHSA employee ID number to obtain your temporary password.
Our business hours are
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Clinical nurse educator roles in British Columbia cancer care are typically in demand because employers need experienced oncology RNs who can support staff learning and practice consistency in ambulatory settings. This role is competitive because it asks for current BCCNM registration, recent oncology experience, and education or leadership background; review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full posting. If you are considering applying, confirm your oncology experience aligns with the education/leadership requirement and be ready to show examples of teaching, coaching, or practice support.
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