Job Description

www.rxconnect.ca

Founded in 2019, Rx Connect Specialty Pharmacy is a proudly Canadian company, comprised of healthcare professionals with extensive specialty medication experience with a location in Mississauga, Ontario, and another in Calgary, Alberta. We are a distinctive healthcare company, with patient relationship skills that set us apart. We mainly deal with patients who require biologics/specialty medications used in the treatment of chronic medical conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, urticaria, ulcerative colitis, and many others.

At Rx Connect Specialty Pharmacy, we provide patient-centric healthcare and assist patients in overcoming the challenges of specialty pharmacy. We utilize innovative strategies to deliver patients access to specialized therapy in a cost-effective, timely and caring manner leading to improved adherence, therapeutic success and overall well-being.

About the Position:

We are looking for a dedicated, reliable, ambitious Registered Practical Nurse to join our growing RX Connect Specialty Pharmacy Team. The Registered Practical Nurse will be responsible for running and maintaining the infusion clinic, scheduling patient appointments, patient care.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Administer and train medications (IV, IM and SC) in the specialty clinics setting Monitor post-injection/infusion treatments as well as chart and report on all activities as directed by program protocols Provide patient education based on program protocols, individually or in groups Regular, predictable availability to meet appointment scheduling needs in an efficient and cost-effective manner to provide patients with quick access to necessary therapies Coordinate daily with patients, case managers, physicians, scheduling and other departments to meet established timelines for scheduling appointments, treatments, and communication of information Participate regularly in telephone consultations and/or web-based meetings/training sessions with the President or reporting Manager to share information, and uphold professional practice standards Adhere to professional nursing standards as prescribed by the professional associations and the company Perform related duties and tasks as required

Experience & Educational Requirements:

Qualified registered practical nurse (valid provincial license from the College of Nurses) Healthcare provider CPR certificate required ACLS certification required Minimum 3 years' experience as a Registered Practical Nurse (preferred) Experience in a critical care, emergency, acute care inpatient/outpatient or homecare setting are considered assets CVAA, PALS Certification, and central venous lines/port experience are considered assets Proficient in MS Excel, Outlook (e-mail), and MS Word Flexibility in order to provide services for pre-scheduled and occasional last-minute patient appointment requests Excellent customer service skills in dealing with patients, physicians, and our clients Able to work autonomously with little supervision as part of a larger remote team
If you are passionate about helping patients and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.00-$29.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care On-site parking Paid time off Vision care
Application question(s):

Please mention your nursing license number The salary range for this role is between $27-$29 per hour. Would you be comfortable with this range?
Licence/Certification:

Registered Practical Nurse License in Ontario (required)
Work Location: In person