QUALIFICATIONS
Education
• Graduated from an accredited nursing education program with a Bachelors of Science in Nursing
(BSN) degree or equivalent;
• Current registration and in good standing with provincial nursing regulatory body;
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification;
• Current Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification is required for clinic role;
• Chemotherapy – Biotherapy course completion is an asset.
** If the required qualifications are not possessed by the successful candidate; the candidate will be required
to obtain certification necessary for the location of their work. Training for the certification will be completed
on the successful candidates own time. **
Experience
• Experience in acute care and/or with administering specialty pharmaceuticals;
• Experience with home care is an asset;
• Critical care (e.g., ER or ICU), infusion clinic, or oncology experience is preferred;
• Exceptional peripheral IV initiation skills;
• Experience with central lines (IVAD, PICC, etc.) is an asset.
Other Skills and Abilities
• Exceptional patient assessment skills
• Strong communication skills
• Able to manage relationships with exceptional customer service;
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to handle difficult situations;
• Able to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team;
• Able to perform and prioritize multiple functions and tasks;
• Able to read and interpret technical instructions related to patient care;
• Able to transcribe physician’s orders;
• Valid drivers license.