Specialty Pharma Nurse - Clinic Lead

Job Summary

The part-time Specialty Pharma Nurse - Clinic Lead, under the direction of the Specialty Pharma Supervisor and/or Regional Specialty Pharma Manager, delivers and monitors specialized infusion or injectable pharmacological treatments in the home or clinic setting. The infusion nurse is responsible for monitoring the client for infusion related reactions (intervening as required), accurately documenting the procedure, and submitting reporting in a timely manner. The Specialty Pharma Nurse - Clinic Lead is expected to maintain effective communication with the Specialty Nursing Supervisor to ensure patient safety and satisfaction. Specialized pharmacological training will be provided. The Specialty Pharma Nurse - Clinic Lead is responsible for the day-to-day operations of their assigned infusion clinic, including clinic cleanliness, maintaining all infusion clinic standards and a high level of patient satisfaction.

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.

This is a 3 days (22.5 hours)/ week role

Hourly Rate: $45 - $52 hourly based on experience

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 competency have been demonstrated and completed;
• Observe and document client conditions
• Ensures clinic is maintained to Bayshore Specialty Nursing Services standards
• Acts as a resource to other Infusion Nurses by providing support and direction as needed;
• Understands and implements infection prevention practices;
• Participates in ongoing internal and/or external continuing education activities;
• Adheres to Bayshore policies and procedures;
• Participate in quality activities and continuous improvement initiatives in keeping with the company's Quality Management System;
• Participates in proactive Health & Safety activities while performing all duties. Is responsible to notify immediate Supervisor of any Health & Safety risks or concerns;
• Maintains confidentiality of client and corporate information;
• Completes other tasks as requested
  
  

Qualifications - External

• Graduated from an accredited nursing education program with a Bachelors 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;
• Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification is an asset and may be required dependent on the location of work;
• Chemotherapy – Biotherapy course certification is an asset and may be required dependent on the location of work.
• 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.
• Exceptional client 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 client care;
• Able to transcribe physician’s orders;
• Valid driver's license
  
  

Primary Location

BC-Victoria