Registered Nurse(Job Number: 26005335)Primary Location:AB-Calgary Clinical Employee Type:Casual Pay Rate From:TBD Pay Rate To:TBDDescription:Please note this is a casual position.JOB SUMMARYThe Specialty Pharma Nurse - Registered Nurse, under the direction of the Specialty PharmaSupervisor and/or Specialty Pharma Nurse Manager, delivers and monitors specialized supervisor,injectable or oral pharmacological treatments in the home and/or clinic setting. The SpecialtyPharma Nurse is responsible for monitoring the patient for adverse related reactions (intervening asrequired), accurately documenting the procedure, and submitting reporting in a timely manner. TheSpecialty Pharma Nurse - Registered Nurse is expected to maintain effective communication withthe Specialty Pharma Supervisor and/or Specialty Pharma Nurse Manager to ensure patient safetyand satisfaction.
Specialized pharmacological training will be provided.This career will allow you to develop a specialty in infusion services with opportunities to engage inlearning sessions and participate in clinical trials. Bayshore has a focus on nursing education andprovides many opportunities for nurses to advance their skilled 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 pharmacologicaltreatments.
- Provide patient care by utilizing the skills of observation, assessment, nursing diagnosis,counseling, health teaching, and reporting any adverse events to immediate supervisor/manager or required stakeholders.
- Perform routine nursing duties in accordance with company policies and procedures,
andprovincial body standards.
- Provide patient centered care according to the established care plan or medical directive.
- Perform specialized nursing procedures for which recognized training and currentcompetencies 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:QUALIFICATIONSEducation• Graduated from an accredited nursing education program with a Bachelor of Science inNursing (BSN) degree or equivalent.
- Current registration and in good standing with provincial nursing regulatory body.
- Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification is required for nurses workingin a clinic role. If not held at time of hire, support will be provided to obtain ACLScertification.Experience• 2 years of experience in acute care and/or with administering specialty pharmaceuticalspreferred.
- 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.