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Corporate Nurse – Injection Certified BC 0070 Penticton

Corporate Nurse – Injection Certified BC

Casual • 0070 Penticton
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You’ll experience them all at London Drugs. As one of Canada’s fastest-growing and 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)  One year contract with a possibility of extension.

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

Responsibilities include:
  • Deliver medication by injection as per standards of practice and guidelines for a variety of patient scenarios.
  • Exercise professional judgment to provide the patients with safe and effective health care services.
  • Work with the pharmacy manager to manage vaccine and injection supply inventory.
  • Comply with all regulatory, department, and company policies and procedures.
  • Keep up to date on current eligibility criteria for government influenza and COVID-19 vaccines
  • Review drug monographs for all vaccines or medications that are to be administered.
  • Provide patients with all vaccination records and/or reports required.
  • Accurately enter all pertinent information into the pharmacy computer files and/or IMMSBC provincial vaccination record system.
  • Potential opportunity to provide other healthcare services, such as Point-Of-Care-Testing for health screening (with additional training provided)

The successful candidate should possess the following: 
  • Trained and comfortable in administration of injectable vaccines and medication to patients ages 4 years and older
  • Willing to receive training and administer intranasal influenza vaccine nasal spray to patients ages 2 years and older if not already experienced.
  • Trained how to respond to an emergency anaphylactic reaction including administration of epinephrine by injection.
  • Demonstrate good interpersonal skills when dealing with customers, staff & management.
  • Highly organized and able to multitask effectively and work under changing priorities. 
  • Good communication skills, both written and verbal, within a team environment.
  • Sound judgment and ability to effectively problem solve, as required.
  • Able to work both independently and within the pharmacy team.
  • Dependability.

EDUCATION & KNOWLEDGE:
  • Completion of post-secondary requirements to be a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Registered Nurse (RN), or Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN). 
  • Active registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
  • Hold active Standard First Aid CPR Level C with AED certification.
  • Injection Certified.
  • Completion of BCCDC Immunization Competency Courses.
  • Preference to applicants with IMMSBC experience including COVID-19 and/or flu vaccines.  Others may be considered.
  • Good working knowledge of computers.
Hours vary, up to 40 hours per week. Clinic days may be scheduled any time the pharmacy is open, Monday through Sunday. Must be able to work a flexible schedule depending on the needs of the pharmacy.   This is a one year contract with a possibility of extension.  The flu and COVID-19 clinics are typically October to January, with possibility of other booster programs during the year depending on recommendations of the BCCDC and the BC Minister of Health. 

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.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work applicable to this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Be advised, London Drugs DOES NOT use third party recruitment services.

London Drugs may collect, use, and/or disclose your personal information (including the information in this application) where it is reasonable for establishing, managing or terminating an employment relationship. This includes the use or disclosure of your personal information to persons inside or external to our organization, for the purpose of checking references or gathering other information to support an assessment of your candidacy.

To protect yourself, do not respond to unsolicited job offers from individuals or e-mail addresses, and never disclose any sensitive details about your identity (including personal or financial) to anyone you do not know or trust or on any unverified website, or website you do not trust.
Compensación: $45.00 per hour




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London Drugs offers advancement opportunities through our promote-from-within policies, salaries commensurate with experience, as well as a comprehensive benefits program including:

Comprehensive medical, dental, prescription drug and vision coverage for you and your family
Ensuring you and your family are taken care of
Ongoing In-House Training & Education Courses
Lifelong learning
Employee Family Assistance Program
Free confidential counseling
Company matched RRSPs
Helping you plan for your future
Health & Wellness
Enjoy discounted memberships with Goodlife Fitness
Employee Recognition Program
Tangible rewards for great work!
Employee Discount Program
Sharing our success