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Corporate Nurse – Injection Certified BCLondon Drugs Limited • Courtenay, BC, CA
Corporate Nurse – Injection Certified BC

Corporate Nurse – Injection Certified BC

London Drugs Limited • Courtenay, BC, CA
3 hours ago
Salary
CA$45.00 hourly
Job type
  • Temporary
Job description

Not just a job...

a community
a partnership
a team

You’ll experience them all at London Drugs. As one of Canada’s most successful retail chains, we know what it takes to build a satisfying career. We are seeking innovative, patient focused professionals to join our team!

We currently have opportunities for:

Corporate Nurse – Injection Certified (BC) - 6 month casual contract with a possibility of extension.

This position is responsible for supporting the safe administration of vaccines and medications for injection (primarily influenza and COVID-19) to eligible patients.

Responsibilities include:

  • Engage with patients to select appropriate vaccines, discuss potential adverse effects, and obtain informed consent.
  • Administer vaccinations by injection (usually IM) in accordance with standards of practice and guidelines for various patient scenarios.
  • Accurately document vaccination records in IMMSBC (Immunization Management System for BC).
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of influenza and COVID-19 vaccines including public eligibility criteria, indications, and drug information.
  • Assist the pharmacy manager in managing vaccine and injection supply inventory.
  • Exercise professional judgment to ensure safe and effective healthcare services for patients.
  • Adhere to all regulatory, departmental, and company policies and procedures.
  • Potential opportunities to provide additional services throughout the year, including Point-Of-Care-Testing for health screening (additional training provided)

The successful candidates will possess the following:

  • Trained and comfortable administering injectable vaccines to patients aged 4 years and older.
  • Willing to receive training and administer intranasal influenza vaccine (nasal spray) to patients aged 2 years and older, if not already experienced.
  • Trained to respond to emergency anaphylactic reactions, including the administration of epinephrine by injection (EpiPen).
  • Demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) when interacting with customers, staff, and management.
  • Able to work both independently and collaboratively within the pharmacy team.
  • Highly organized, efficient, and able to multitask.
  • Exercises sound judgment and effective problem-solving abilities as required.
  • Dependable and reliable.

EDUCATION & KNOWLEDGE:

  • Completion of post-secondary education: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Registered Nurse (RN), or Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN).
  • Active registration, in good standing, with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
  • Current Standard First Aid CPR Level C with AED certification.
  • Injection Certification.
  • Completion of BCCDC Immunization Competency Courses.
  • Experience using IMMSBC for recording vaccination information is an asset; candidates with adequate experience administering COVID-19 and/or flu vaccines may also be considered.
  • Good working knowledge of computers.

SCHEDULING:

  • Flu and COVID-19 vaccine clinics typically run from mid-October through December, and may continue into January if there is demand.
  • Possibility of optional spring COVID-19 booster programs depending on recommendations from BCCDC and BC Minister of Health.
  • Clinic days may be scheduled Monday through Sunday and will be coordinated with pharmacy managers and head office.
  • Scheduled hours vary depending on vaccine supply, public demand, and available days and locations you are willing to work.

If you have genuine concern and care for patients and an ability to motivate and inspire others, then we have the opportunity for you to excel!

Apply now!

London Drugs is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are committed to building a company that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
We will provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request.


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