Registered Practical Nurse

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.

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. Responsible to work with a physician associated with the clinic, growing and maintaining relationships with physician. Candidate must be organized, reliable, excellent customer service skills and communication skills.

Certifications in ACLS and PALS is considered an asset. previous experience working with PSPs, administering infusions/injections would be an asset.

• Administer and train medications (IV, IM and SC) in the patient's home or specialty clinics setting(s)
• 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
• Develop and Sustain relations with key stakeholders, Clients, President, Physicians and other Health Care Professionals
• Support and assist with the transfer, coordination and dispensing of prescriptions.
• 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
• Consult with physicians, pharmaceutical and biotechnology clients regarding education and implementation of product specific programs
• Adhere to professional nursing standards as prescribed by the professional associations and the company
• Perform related duties and tasks as required

• Qualified registered practical nurse (valid provincial license from the College of Nurses)
• 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
• ACLS certification
• 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

• Competitive compensation package
• Paid vacation, sick, and wellness days
• Monday to Friday daytime schedule
• Free on-site…