Registered Nurse (Casual) - Edmonton, AB

McKesson Pharmacy Automation; Edmonton; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare company as a Registered Nurse in Edmonton, AB, where you'll provide professional nursing care and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. This role emphasizes patient care in an ambulatory setting, requiring strong assessment and communication skills. The position offers competitive compensation, including bonuses and benefits, and values ongoing professional development.

Benefits

Competitive Total Rewards package

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant nursing experience or equivalent.
• Infusion certification or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient health status and eligibility for therapies.
• Educate and counsel patients, promoting independence.
• Document care and manage records per policies.

Skills

Assessment

Communication

Decision-Making

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

RN licensed with the College of Nurses of Alberta

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Registered Nurse (Casual) - Edmonton, AB

Join us at McKesson Pharmacy Automation as a Registered Nurse (Casual) - Edmonton, AB. We are a Fortune 10 impact-driven company dedicated to improving healthcare accessibility and affordability. We value growth, impact, and innovation, and are committed to the health and well-being of our staff and patients.

Note: McKesson requires new employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to verified accommodation requests.

Job Overview

This role involves providing professional nursing care, including administering biologics or specialty pharmaceutical products, conducting health reviews, and collaborating with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care in an ambulatory setting.

Location

Grande Prairie, AB, CAN - 11745 105 Street, Suite 205, Grande Prairie Clinic (CL12)

Compensation

• Starting Wage: $42.54/hour + premiums and incentives

Key Responsibilities

1. Assess patient health status and eligibility for therapies.
2. Insert peripheral IVs and establish access via central lines using sterile techniques.
3. Review patient files and prior records.
4. Handle and reconstitute biologic or oncology medications per guidelines.
5. Follow standards for medication administration.
6. Educate and counsel patients, promoting independence.
7. Document care and manage records per policies.
8. Report adverse events and monitor medical therapy post-administration.
9. Participate in training, audits, and maintain knowledge of therapies and policies.
10. Ensure safety, infection control, and quality standards.

General Responsibilities

1. Maintain communication and documentation among nursing teams.
2. Support patients and maintain confidentiality.
3. Ensure a safe, clean working environment.
4. Maintain supplies and equipment.
5. Engage in ongoing professional development.
6. Collaborate effectively with healthcare teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant nursing experience or equivalent.
• RN licensed with the College of Nurses of Alberta, in good standing.

Key Competencies

• Infusion certification or equivalent experience.
• CPR certification; ACLS an asset.
• Professional designation as a Registered Nurse.
• Strong assessment, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and in emergencies.
• Proficiency with electronic records and MS Office.
• Adaptability and teamwork skills.

We offer a competitive Total Rewards package, including base pay, bonuses, and benefits, aligned with market standards and regulations.