Registered Nurse

Bayshore HealthCare; Windsor; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayshore HealthCare is seeking a Specialty Pharma Nurse - Registered Nurse to provide specialized infusion treatments at home or clinics. This role requires monitoring patient care, maintaining effective communication, and developing care plans. Opportunities for professional development, including specialized training and attendance at conferences, are available.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Provision of specialized pharmacological training

Flexible scheduling

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited nursing program with a BSc in Nursing.
• Registered with provincial nursing regulatory body.
• BLS and ACLS certifications are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient health assessments and develop care plans.
• Administer intravenous pharmacological treatments and manage patient safety.
• Document patient conditions and report adverse events.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Service

IV Initiation

Medication Administration

Education

BSc in Nursing (BSN)

Current BLS Certification

Current ACLS Certification

Chemotherapy-Biotherapy Course

Job description

The Specialty Pharma Nurse - Registered Nurse, under the direction of the Specialty Pharma Supervisor and/or Specialty Pharma Nurse Manager, delivers and monitors specialized infusion, injectable, or oral pharmacological treatments in the home and/or clinic setting. The infusion nurse is responsible for monitoring the patient for infusion-related reactions (intervening as required), accurately documenting the procedure, and submitting reports in a timely manner. The Specialty Pharma Nurse - Registered Nurse is expected to maintain effective communication with the Specialty Nursing Supervisor and/or Specialty Pharma Nurse Manager to ensure patient safety and satisfaction. Specialized pharmacological training will be provided.

This career allows you to develop a specialty in infusion services with opportunities to attend conferences and participate in clinical trials. Bayshore emphasizes nursing education and provides many opportunities for professional growth.

The position is casual; nurses will provide their availability and manage their patient portfolio. Bayshore will work with you to create a schedule that fits your lifestyle. Specialty Pharma Nursing involves one-on-one patient care, with efforts to ensure patients stay with the same nurse for each infusion to maintain high-quality care.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Develop and review individualized nursing care plans for each patient;
2. Conduct patient health assessments and medication administration teaching;
3. Obtain IV access through peripheral IV initiation or central line access (PICC, IVAD);
4. Prepare and administer a variety of specialized intravenous or injectable pharmacological treatments;
5. Provide patient care utilizing observation, assessment, nursing diagnosis, counseling, health teaching, and reporting adverse events to supervisors or stakeholders;
6. Perform routine nursing duties in accordance with company policies and procedures;
7. Provide patient-centered care according to established care plans or medical directives;
8. Perform specialized nursing procedures with recognized training and current competencies;
9. Maintain role-related medication and pharmacovigilance training as required;
10. Observe and document patient conditions;
11. Report and document adverse events as per pharmacovigilance requirements;
12. Complete all other duties as requested.

Job Qualifications

Education

• Graduated from an accredited nursing program with a BSc in Nursing (BSN) or equivalent;
• Current registration and good standing with provincial nursing regulatory body;
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification;
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required for clinic roles;
• Chemotherapy-Biotherapy course completion is an asset.

Experience

• Experience in acute care and/or administering specialty pharmaceuticals;
• Experience with home care is an asset;
• Critical care (ER or ICU), infusion clinic, or oncology experience preferred;
• Exceptional peripheral IV initiation skills;
• Experience with central lines (IVAD, PICC) is an asset.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Exceptional patient assessment skills;
• Ability to manage relationships with excellent customer service;
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to handle difficult situations;
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team;
• Ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks;
• Ability to read and interpret technical instructions related to patient care.