Infusion Nurse

Clinic Hours of Operation: Monday - Saturday 8am to 8pm

About the Role:

The Infusion Nurse is responsible for delivering high‑quality, patient‑centered nursing care through the administration of intravenous and injectable specialty medications, including biologics, in an ambulatory clinic setting. This role supports patients throughout their treatment journey by conducting pre‑treatment assessments, safely administering therapies, monitoring adverse reactions, and providing patient education to promote independence and treatment adherence.

Using sound clinical judgment, critical thinking, and therapeutic communication, the Infusion Nurse collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary partners to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate care in accordance with provincial nursing standards, Health Canada guidelines, and organizational policies.

What You’ll Do:

• Conduct pre‑treatment patient assessments, including review of contraindications, medical history, and eligibility for therapy.

• Initiate and manage peripheral IV access and access central lines using sterile technique and best practices.

• Prepare, handle, and administer IV and injectable specialty medications in accordance with manufacturer, Health Canada, and nursing college standards.

• Monitor patients during and post‑infusion, identifying and responding to adverse events per medical directives.

• Document all patient care activities accurately within electronic patient records and clinical systems.

• Educate patients and caregivers on treatment plans, medications, side effects, and self‑administration when applicable.

• Maintain medication accountability and participate in audits, quality initiatives, and clinic compliance activities.

• Collaborate with physicians, pharmacists, and clinic staff to support coordinated patient care.

• Uphold infection prevention, safety, and quality standards at all times.

• Participate in onboarding, training, and mentoring of new clinic staff as required.

Basic Requirements:

• Registered Nurse (RN) with current registration and good standing with the British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (BCCNM).

• Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Minimum 2+ years of relevant nursing experience, preferably in infusion, ambulatory care, or specialty clinical settings.

• Infusion certification or demonstrated hands‑on IV infusion experience.

• Current CPR certification.

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• Experience administering biologics, oncology, or specialty pharmaceutical therapies.

• ACLS certification.

• Experience managing infusion‑related adverse events.

• Comfort working independently in a fast‑paced clinical environment.

• Strong clinical assessment, decision‑making, and patient education skills.

• Experience using electronic medical records and clinical documentation systems.

• Ability to work across multiple clinic locations within a defined region.

Travel, Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work onsite in a clinic environment.

• May require travel to multiple clinic locations within the region.

• Prolonged standing, walking, and manual dexterity required for IV insertion and medication administration.

• Ability to lift and move clinical supplies and equipment as needed.