Registered Nurse

Please note this is a casual position.

JOB SUMMARY

The Specialty Pharma Nurse - Registered Nurse, under the direction of the Specialty Pharma

Supervisor and/or Specialty Pharma Nurse Manager, delivers and monitors specialized supervisor,

injectable or oral pharmacological treatments in the home and/or clinic setting. The Specialty

Pharma Nurse is responsible for monitoring the patient for adverse related reactions (intervening as

required), accurately documenting the procedure, and submitting reporting in a timely manner. The

Specialty Pharma Nurse - Registered Nurse is expected to maintain effective communication with

the Specialty Pharma Supervisor and/or Specialty Pharma Nurse Manager to ensure patient safety

and satisfaction. Specialized pharmacological training will be provided.

This career will allow you to develop a specialty in infusion services with opportunities to engage in

learning sessions and participate in clinical trials. Bayshore has a focus on nursing education and

provides 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 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/

manager 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

competencies 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

Education

• Graduated from an accredited nursing education program with a Bachelor 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 Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification is required for nurses working

in a clinic role. If not held at time of hire, support will be provided to obtain ACLS

certification.

Experience

• 2 years of experience in acute care and/or with administering specialty pharmaceuticals

preferred.

• 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.