Registered Nurse

Job summary

The Specialty Pharma Nurse delivers and monitors specialized injectable or oral pharmacological treatments in home and clinic settings. They are responsible for patient assessment, medication administration, and documenting adverse events according to pharmacovigilance requirements.

Job details

* 1 Year Contract* JOB SUMMARY The Specialty Pharma Nurse - Registered Nurse, under the direction of the Specialty Pharma Supervisor and/or Specialty Pharma Nurse Manager, delivers and monitors specialized supervisor, injectable or oral pharmacological treatments in the home and/or clinic setting. The Specialty Pharma Nurse is responsible for monitoring the patient for adverse related reactions (intervening as required), accurately documenting the procedure, and submitting reporting in a timely manner. The Specialty Pharma Nurse - Registered Nurse is expected to maintain effective communication with the Specialty Pharma Supervisor and/or Specialty Pharma Nurse Manager to ensure patient safety and satisfaction. Specialized pharmacological training will be provided. This career will allow you to develop a specialty in infusion services with opportunities to engage in learning sessions and participate in clinical trials. Bayshore has a focus on nursing education and provides many opportunities for nurses to advance their professional growth. Role Duration: 1 Year Contract Role Type: Casual Range: $30 - $48 per hour, with premium if applicable DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Develop and review nursing care plans that are individualized to each patient. • Conducts patient health assessments and medication administration teaching. • Obtain IV access through peripheral IV initiation or central line access (PICC, IVAD, etc.). • Prepares and administers a variety of specialized intravenous or injectable pharmacological treatments. • Provide patient care by utilizing the skills of observation, assessment, nursing diagnosis, counseling, health teaching, and reporting any adverse events to immediate supervisor/ manager or required stakeholders. • Perform routine nursing duties in accordance with company policies and procedures, and provincial body standards. • Provide patient centered care according to the established care plan or medical directive. • Perform specialized nursing procedures for which recognized training and current competencies have been demonstrated and updated per standards. • Maintain role related, medication and pharmacovigilance training as required. • Observe and document patient conditions. • Report and document Adverse Events as per Pharmacovigilance requirements. • Complete all other duties as requested. QUALIFICATIONS Education • Graduated from an accredited nursing education program with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree or equivalent. • Current registration and in good standing with provincial nursing regulatory body. • Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification. • Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification is required for nurses working in a clinic role. If not held at time of hire, support will be provided to obtain ACLS certification. Experience • 2 years of experience in acute care and/or with administering specialty pharmaceuticals preferred. • Experience with home care is an asset. • Critical care (e.g., ER or ICU), infusion clinic, or oncology experience is preferred. • Exceptional peripheral IV initiation skills. • Experience with central lines (IVAD, PICC, etc.) is an asset. Other Skills and Abilities • Exceptional patient assessment skills. • Strong communication skills. • Able to manage relationships with exceptional customer service. • Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to handle difficult situations. • Able to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team. • Able to perform and prioritize multiple functions and tasks. • Able to read and interpret technical instructions related to patient care. • Able to transcribe physician’s orders. • Valid drivers license. At Bayshore Healthcare, our commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion is our strength. This is how we bring our vision of being the difference in the lives of those we care for, work with and in our communities. We have a great sense of pride in creating a culture of belonging, where individual differences are embraced and celebrated, through programs, resources and policies that support each individuals purpose, potential and wellbeing. At Bayshore Healthcare Ltd., and its subsidiaries, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and operate in full compliance with all Provincial and Territorial legislation pertaining to Human Rights Codes and Accessibility requirements. To ensure continued compliance throughout the recruitment and selection process, we encourage candidates to disclose any accommodation needs they may have.

What you’ll do

The Specialty Pharma Nurse delivers and monitors specialized injectable or oral pharmacological treatments in home and clinic settings. They are responsible for patient assessment, medication administration, and documenting adverse events according to pharmacovigilance requirements.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and current registration with a provincial nursing regulatory body. At least 2 years of experience in acute care, infusion, or oncology is preferred, along with BLS and ACLS certifications.

Benefits

• Professional growth opportunities
• Nursing education support
• Clinical trial participation
• Specialized pharmacological training

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• interdisciplinary collaboration · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Intravenous therapy
• Patient assessment
• Medication administration
• Pharmacovigilance
• Nursing care planning
• Peripheral IV initiation
• Central line management
• Patient education
• Critical care
• Oncology nursing
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Documentation
• Customer service
• Interpersonal skills
• Time management
• Clinical reporting
• Communication
• Prioritization
• Pharmaceuticals
• Interpersonal Communications
• Customer Service
• Effective Communication
• Home Health Care
• Valid Driver's License
• Health Assessment
• Nursing
• Nursing Care
• Acute Care
• Relationship Management
• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification
• Medication Administration
• Computerized Physician Order Entry
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Oncology
• Teaching
• Critical Care
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Patient Safety
• Clinical Trials
• Intensive Care Unit
• Bachelor Of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Patient-Centered Care
• Transcribing
• Intravenous Therapy
• Basic Cardiac Life Support
• Central Venous Catheter
• Nurse Education
• Nursing Diagnosis
• Specialty Pharmaceuticals

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Registered Nurse
• Registered Nurse (General)
• Nursing Professionals
• Registered Nurses

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