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 Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification is required for clinic role.
- Chemotherapy – Biotherapy course completion is an asset. ** If the required qualifications are not possessed by the successful candidate; the candidate will be required to obtain certification necessary for the location of their work. Training for the certification will be completed on the successful candidates own time. **
Experience
- 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.
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.
