Registered Nurse - Calgary

Bayshore HealthCare; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayshore HealthCare is seeking a Specialty Pharma Nurse - Registered Nurse to deliver and monitor specialized pharmacological treatments in home and clinic settings. This role involves developing patient care plans, conducting health assessments, and administering medications while ensuring patient safety.

The ideal candidate will have a BSN, be registered with the nursing body, and possess strong communication and assessment skills. Ongoing training will be provided to support professional growth.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited nursing program.
• Current registration with the provincial nursing body.
• Competent in chemotherapy and biotherapy practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review individualized nursing care plans.
• Conduct patient health assessments and medication teaching.
• Obtain IV access through peripheral IV initiation.
• Prepare and administer pharmacological treatments.
• Document patient conditions and report adverse events.

Skills

Exceptional patient assessment skills

Strong communication skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Ability to manage relationships

Ability to work independently

Ability to prioritize multiple tasks

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or equivalent

Current BLS certification

Current ACLS certification

Chemotherapy – Biotherapy course completion

Job description

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 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 reporting 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 will allow you to develop a specialty in infusion services with opportunities to attend conferences and participate in clinical trials. Bayshore has a focus on nursing education and provides many opportunities for nurses to advance their professional growth.

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 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 - External

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 Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification is required for clinic role.
• Chemotherapy – Biotherapy course completion is an asset.

Note: If the required qualifications are not possessed by the successful candidate; the candidate will be required to obtain certification necessary for the location of their work. Training for the certification will be completed on the successful candidates own time.

Experience

• Experience in acute care and/or with administering specialty pharmaceuticals.
• 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.