Bayshore·Nanaimo, British Columbia
Deliver and monitor specialized infusion, injectable, or oral pharmacological treatments in home and clinic settings. Responsible for patient health assessments, IV access, and documenting adverse events according to pharmacovigilance requirements.
SIGN ON BONUS FOR SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES! 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 infusion, injectable or oral pharmacological treatments in the home and/or clinic setting. The infusion nurse is responsible for monitoring the patient for infusion 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 Nursing 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 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. Role Type: Part-Time Hours: 15 hours per week Range: $36 - $45 per hour, with premium if applicable *Sign-on bonus available for eligible candidates.
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 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.
Requires a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), current provincial registration, and BLS certification. Experience in acute care, critical care, or oncology with strong peripheral IV skills is preferred.
Market context
In British Columbia, nursing roles are typically in steady demand across hospitals, community care, and specialty units, with competition often strongest for positions that require recent clinical experience or post-basic education. Candidates with current BCCNM RN registration, Basic Life Support (Level C) where required, and experience aligned to the unit usually stand out. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then match your resume to the specific unit skills and recent experience listed.