17 Oct
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Bayshore HealthCare
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Calgary
17 Oct
Bayshore HealthCare
Calgary
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 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 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.
- Solid 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.
📌 Registered Nurse (Calgary)
🏢 Bayshore HealthCare
📍 Calgary