Nurse Immunizer /Squamish

London Drugs Limited; Squamish; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

London Drugs is hiring a Nurse Immunizer (BC) for a 6-month casual contract to support safe vaccine administration (flu and COVID-19) to eligible patients. Responsibilities include counseling, administering IM vaccines, documenting in IMMSBC, and assisting with vaccine inventory.

Training for intranasal vaccines and POC testing may be provided. Candidates must have LPN/RN/RPN, BC registration, and CPR/AED/BLS credentials, with experience in IMMSBC preferred.

Qualifications

• Recent experience administering IM vaccines.
• Active registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Valid First Aid CPR Level C with AED or BLS.
• Experience using IMMSBC for recording vaccination information is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Engage with patients to select vaccines, discuss adverse effects, and obtain consent.
• Administer vaccines by IM injection following standards of practice.
• Document vaccination records in IMMSBC.
• Maintain knowledge of influenza and COVID-19 vaccines and eligibility.
• Assist in inventory management of vaccines and supplies.
• Exercise professional judgment to ensure safe patient care.
• Adhere to regulatory and company policies.
• Potentially provide Point-Of-Care-Testing services.

Skills

IM vaccine administration

Patient communication

Emergency response

Team collaboration

IMMSBC knowledge

Education

LPN/RN/RPN

BC registration

First Aid CPR with AED / BLS

Immunization competency courses asset

IMMSBC experience asset

Tools

IMMSBC experience

Job description

Not just a job... a community a partnership a team

You’ll experience them all at London Drugs. As one of Canada’s most successful retail chains, we know what it takes to build a satisfying career. We are seeking innovative, patient focused professionals to join our team!

We currently have opportunities for:

Nurse Immunizer (BC) - 6 month casual contract with a possibility of extension.

This position is responsible for supporting the safe administration of vaccines and medications for injection (primarily influenza and COVID-19) to eligible patients.

Responsibilities include:

• Engage with patients to select appropriate vaccines, discuss potential adverse effects, and obtain informed consent.
• Administer vaccinations by injection (usually IM) in accordance with standards of practice and guidelines for various patient scenarios.
• Accurately document vaccination records in IMMSBC (Immunization Management System for BC).
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of influenza and COVID-19 vaccines including public eligibility criteria, indications, and drug information.
• Assist the pharmacy manager in managing vaccine and injection supply inventory.
• Exercise professional judgment to ensure safe and effective healthcare services for patients.
• Adhere to all regulatory, departmental, and company policies and procedures.
• Potential opportunities to provide additional services throughout the year, including Point-Of-Care-Testing for health screening (additional training provided)

The successful candidates will possess the following:

• Recent experience and competency administering IM vaccines.
• Comfortable administering injectable vaccines to patients aged 4 years and older.
• Willing to receive training to administer intranasal influenza vaccine (nasal spray) to patients aged 2 years and older.
• Trained to respond to emergency anaphylactic reactions, including the administration of epinephrine by injection (EpiPen or vials).
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) when interacting with customers, staff, and management.
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively within the pharmacy team.
• Highly organized, efficient, and able to multitask.
• Exercises sound judgment and effective problem-solving abilities as required.
• Dependable and reliable.

EDUCATION & KNOWLEDGE:

• Completion of post-secondary education: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Registered Nurse (RN), or Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN).
• Active registration, in good standing, with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Valid Standard First Aid CPR Level C with AED certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Completion of BCCDC Immunization Competency Courses is an asset.
• Experience using IMMSBC for recording vaccination information is an asset; candidates with adequate experience administering COVID-19 and/or flu vaccines may also be considered.
• Good working knowledge of computers.

SCHEDULING:

• Flu and COVID-19 vaccine clinics typically run from mid-October through December, and may continue into January if there is demand.
• Possibility of optional spring COVID-19 booster programs depending on recommendations from BCCDC and BC Minister of Health.
• Clinic days may be scheduled Monday through Sunday and will be coordinated with pharmacy managers and head office.
• Scheduled hours vary depending on vaccine supply, public demand, and available days and locations you are willing to work.

If you have genuine concern and care for patients and an ability to motivate and inspire others, then we have the opportunity for you to excel!

London Drugs is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce.

We are committed to building a company that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

We will provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request.