McKesson
Location
Scarborough, Ontario
Salary
CA$34 - CA$45 / HOUR
The Infusion Nurse administers intravenous and injectable specialty medications, including biologics, in an ambulatory clinic setting. They are responsible for pre-treatment assessments, monitoring patients for adverse reactions, and providing patient education.
Requires a Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing with at least 2 years of relevant nursing experience and current CPR certification. A degree or equivalent education and demonstrated hands-on IV infusion experience are mandatory.
The Infusion Nurse is responsible for delivering high‑quality, patient‑centered nursing care through the administration of intravenous and injectable specialty medications, including biologics, in an ambulatory clinic setting. This role supports patients throughout their treatment journey by conducting pre‑treatment assessments, safely administering therapies, monitoring adverse reactions, and providing patient education to promote independence and treatment adherence. Using sound clinical judgment, critical thinking, and therapeutic communication, the Infusion Nurse collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary partners to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate care in accordance with provincial nursing standards, Health Canada guidelines, and organizational policies. Clinic Address: 1200 Markham Road, Suite 317, Scarborough, ON, CAN Hours of Operation: Mon-Sat, 9:00AM - 7:00PM Our Base Pay Range for this position: $42.19/Hr What You’ll Do: Conduct pre‑treatment patient assessments, including review of contraindications, medical history, and eligibility for therapy. Initiate and manage peripheral IV access and access central lines using sterile technique and best practices. Prepare, handle, and administer IV and injectable specialty medications in accordance with manufacturer, Health Canada, and nursing college standards. Monitor patients during and post‑infusion, identifying and responding to adverse events per medical directives. Document all patient care activities accurately within electronic patient records and clinical systems. Educate patients and caregivers on treatment plans, medications, side effects, and self‑administration when applicable. Maintain medication accountability and participate in audits, quality initiatives, and clinic compliance activities. Collaborate with physicians, pharmacists, and clinic staff to support coordinated patient care. Uphold infection prevention, safety, and quality standards at all times. Participate in onboarding, training, and mentoring of new clinic staff as required. Basic Requirements: Registered Nurse (RN) with current registration and good standing with the applicable provincial College of Nurses in Canada. Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum 2+ years of relevant nursing experience, preferably in infusion, ambulatory care, or specialty clinical settings. Infusion certification or demonstrated hands‑on IV infusion experience. Current CPR certification. Preferred Skills / Experience: Experience administering biologics, oncology, or specialty pharmaceutical therapies. ACLS certification. Experience managing infusion‑related adverse events. Comfort working independently in a fast‑paced clinical environment. Strong clinical assessment, decision‑making, and patient education skills. Experience using electronic medical records and clinical documentation systems. Ability to work across multiple clinic locations within a defined region. Travel, Work Environment & Physical Requirements: Ability to work onsite in a clinic environment. May require travel to multiple clinic locations within the region. Prolonged standing, walking, and manual dexterity required for IV insertion and medication administration. Ability to lift and move clinical supplies and equipment as needed. We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here. Our Base Pay Range for this position $33.95 - $45.28 McKesson has become aware of online recruiting-related scams in which individuals who are not affiliated with or authorized by McKesson are using McKesson’s (or affiliated entities, like CoverMyMeds or RxCrossroads) name in fraudulent emails, job postings or social media messages. In light of these scams, please bear the following in mind: McKesson Talent Advisors will never solicit money or credit card information in connection with a McKesson job application. McKesson Talent Advisors do not communicate with candidates via online chatrooms or using email accounts such as Gmail or Hotmail. Note that McKesson does rely on a virtual assistant (Gia) for certain recruiting-related communications with candidates. McKesson job postings are posted on our career site: careers.mckesson.com. McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page. McKesson is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to (United States) Disability_Accommodation@McKesson.com or (Canada) Accessibility@mckesson.ca. Resumes or CVs submitted to this email box will not be accepted. 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Market context
Ontario nursing roles are often driven by ongoing staffing needs across hospitals, long-term care, community care, and emergency settings. Competition is usually strongest for candidates who already hold the required registration, have at least 18 months of experience, and bring current CPR/BLS, with ACLS and CTAS adding value for emergency postings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save research time, then confirm your credentials and tailor your application to the specific unit or setting.
Salary benchmark
$75,822 avg / yr
Typical range: $61,360–$85,592 based on 300 active listings in Ontario
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