FAQs
What is the primary responsibility of the Registered Nurse in this position?
The primary responsibility of the Registered Nurse is to provide leadership and facilitate quality patient care in Parenteral Therapy through consultation, patient education, and staff development, while also delivering specialized nursing care to patients requiring advanced parenteral therapy.
What qualifications are required for the Registered Nurse position?
Required qualifications include a graduate of a Registered Nurse program or recognized equivalent, active registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA), and a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (Level C) certification. Additionally, if not practiced in the last five years, candidates must complete specific free courses.
What kind of clinical experience is necessary for this role?
Candidates must have previous clinical experience with central lines, with a preferred five years of experience initiating PICC lines and two years of experience inserting PICCs using ultrasound.
Are there any specific competencies required for this position?
Yes, the position requires expert skills in intravenous therapy initiation, special clinical competency in direct IV, blood withdrawal from central venous catheters (CVCs), therapeutic phlebotomy, and restoring patency to central venous catheters.
What would happen if a regular employee expresses interest in this vacancy?
If a regular employee who holds a position within the unit/program/office expresses their interest by the specified deadline, they may be given priority consideration for the vacancy, which may result in the position being filled earlier than the scheduled closing date.
How will this job posting be used in the future?
This posting may be used to fill multiple identical vacancies that arise as a result of the administration of the Trial of Modified Posting Provisions.
What free courses are required if I haven't worked as a Registered Nurse in the last five years?
If you haven't practiced as a Registered Nurse within the last five years, you must complete the CRNA Medication Administration Certificate and the NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification.
What are the working conditions for the Registered Nurse in Parenteral Therapy?
The Registered Nurse will work closely with the Unit Manager and Clinical Nurse Educators in a healthcare setting focused on providing care in Parenteral Therapy, which may include direct patient interactions and collaborative work with a healthcare team.
Is there a deadline for applying for this position?
Yes, the posting is scheduled to close at 23:59 of the posting end date, but may close earlier if a regular employee expresses interest by 23:59 on the 5th calendar day following the posting date.