About us: PurposeMed is a Canadian-founded healthtech company established in 2019 with a mission to improve access to complex care for underserved communities. We’ve combined our clinical roots with a drive to scale, and now our exceptional team provides specialized care to thousands of patients every month. PurposeMed consists of three complex care business units: Freddie, Frida, and Foria, and partners with Affimring Care Pharmacy. Freddie improves sexual health through education, prevention, and treatment with a focus on the LGBTQ2S+ community. As the #1 rated PrEP provider in North America, we’re proudly dismantling barriers to sexual healthcare for patients across both Canada and the USA. Frida transforms the lives of patients through easier access to adult ADHD diagnosis and fast, affordable treatment. Foria provides trans, non-binary, and gender‑affirming Canadians with specialized, gender‑affirming healthcare. Affimring Care Pharmacy provides discreet, specialty prescription delivery across North America. Operating from Calgary, Mississauga, Toronto, and San Antonio, they provide our patients with an integrated, end‑to‑end healthcare experience. We are proud to be ranked #2 on Deloitte’s 2024 list of Canada’s 50 fastest‑growing tech companies and recognized as one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures for two consecutive years. Driven by a strong mission, our team is passionate about making healthcare accessible to those who need it most—and we make sure to have fun along the way!
Part‑time opportunity (24 hours per week), 12 month contract. Location & Hours of Operation: Ability to commute to our in‑person care locations in downtown Calgary, with the flexibility to provide virtual support as required. We’re targeting someone available to support our clinics during peak hours: Wednesday and Thursday evenings, and Friday and Saturday day time. To support work‑life balance, schedules are posted 4 to 8 weeks in advance. PurposeMed's office is located on the unceded and traditional territories of the peoples of the Treaty7 region which includes the nations of the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Îethka Stoney Nakoda which consists of the Chiniki, Bearspaw, and Good Stoney Bands, and the people of the Tsuut’ina First Nation. The city of Calgary is also homeland to the historic Northwest Métis and to the Otipemisiwak Métis government, Métis Nation Battle River Territory, Nose Hill Métis District5 and Elbow Métis District6.
Who we hope to find Come and join the #1 rated PrEP provider in North America, Freddie! We’re looking for a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse to provide high‑quality, in‑person sexual health care to our patients in Calgary. At Freddie, our patients are our #1 priority—we’re passionate about delivering an exceptional, 11/10 star experience. Our in‑person RN team provides empathetic, stigma‑free, and patient‑centered care, with a focus on PrEP (Pre‑exposure Prophylaxis). This role requires strong clinical skills, excellent communication, and a commitment to reducing health disparities within diverse populations, including those in the LGBTQ2IA+ community.
In this role, you’ll make an impact by: Providing Client Education and CounsellingProviding comprehensive sexually transmitted and blood borne infection (STBBI) prevention education to clients (with a focus on HIV prevention), including risk reduction strategies and behavioural counselling
Conducting pre and post‑test counselling for HIV and STBBI testing, ensuring confidentiality and sensitivity to clients’ needs
Delivering Expert Clinical Care and TestingAdministering and interpreting HIV point of care testing
Performing phlebotomy to collect relevant diagnostic laboratory samples
Initiating and managing clients on PrEP therapy, including medication education, adherence counselling, and follow‑up care under supervision or directive of a licensed prescriber
Providing counselling and treatment for positive STBBI results under supervision or directive of a licensed prescriber
Maintaining accurate, timely, and detailed clinical documentation in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards
We need someone who has: An active registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta
3+ years of experience in a clinical nursing role
Excellent proficiency in phlebotomy and administration of SC/IM injections
Clinical experience in a semi‑independent practice role in the care of medical patients and/or sexual health
Proficiency in adhering to established policies and procedures
A adaptable mindset and a positive approach to change — our in‑person program is actively growing and scheduling needs will evolve
Availability for daytime and evening shifts, with openness to weekend shifts that may begin in the near term, including the possibility of virtual weekend coverage
A calm and non‑judgmental communication style
Excellent communication skills and empathetic care delivery
It would also be excellent if you have: An ambitious and independent nature
Nurse clinician or charge nurse experience
Clinical experience working with members of LGBTQ2S+, gender and sexually diverse communities
Experience working in the private sector, a start‑up, or a technology company
Experience working from a trauma‑informed lens
Compensation $39.90–$44.23 / hour (equivalent to earning $83,000 - $92,000 / year if working full time hours). The compensation range listed above may vary depending on a candidate's relevant qualifications, knowledge, competencies and work experience, and other factors including market conditions. Base pay is just one aspect of our total rewards at PurposeMed—see our other exciting benefits below! (Please note that the benefits listed are specific to Canadian, full‑time team members and may be adjusted based on your location or employment type).
Benefits Work flexibly within a team that’s remote friendly; we believe that work should fit around your life*
20 vacation days and a team that will remind you to use them!
Annual winter break closure
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care from your first day of work—we cover 100% of your premiums, with coverage available for dependents 8 health/sick days
Extended mental health coverage
$20,000 of lifetime coverage for gender‑affirming care and procedures (Canada)
$500 learning fund to use towards courses and other professional development
Our unique People Potential program, in which you’ll partner with your manager to identify opportunities to grow and achieve your full potential
PurposeMed is committed to being an equal‑opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from Indigenous, Black, and racialized communities, trans and non‑binary, LGBTQ2S+, disabled, and HIV‑positive people. Most of our roles are performed virtually from home across Canada and the USA. Team members working onsite at Affimring pharmacies do need to be physically present.
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📌 Sexual Health Registered Nurse (part time) (Alberta)
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