Manager, Speciality Pharma Nurse

**CONTRACT ROLE FOR 22 MONTHS**

JOB SUMMARY

The Specialty Pharma Nursing Manager BSRx hereinafter referred to as the “SPNM”, reporting directly to the Regional Operations Manager Specialty Nursing under the direction of the Senior Operations Manager, Nursing Services BSRx is accountable for the day-to-day BSRx nursing and administrative operations, general oversight, and leadership within their assigned territory of the specialty Nursing Network. The SPNM will oversee a team of Specialty Pharma Nurse Supervisors (SPNS), Clinic Leads and frontline Nursing staff in order to ensure quality care throughout the BSRx nursing network both in our infusion’s clinics and at home. The SPNM is responsible for the delivery of all Nursing services, within the assigned territory while ensuring compliance with internal and external Standards of Practice of the province(s) that the service delivery takes place. The SPNM works directly with the local Bayshore Home Health offices who recruit and onboard highly skilled Nurses. The SPNM or delegate will assist with the training, coordination of clinical education and in-service activities and all other clinical requirements for new hires.

Role Type: Contract for 22 months

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise and support service Delivery within Bayshore’s Infusion Clinic and Home Pharma Network.

• Acts as a clinical and operational resource to Bayshore Specialty Rx’s Nursing Supervisors (SPNS)Nursing Team Lead’s and frontline Specialty Infusion/Injection Nurses, by providing support, leadership, mentorship, and guidance as needed.

• Report and document Adverse Events as per Pharmacovigilance requirements.

• Identifies, assesses, and implements new business opportunities under the direction of the Regional Operations Manager, Senior Operations Manager and National Director.

• Responsible for overseeing key performance indicators (KPIs) within given territory.

• Works closely with scheduling team to ensure efficient operations.

• Undertakes change management activities to meet ever changing business needs.

• Responsible for the clinical education of all Specialty Nurses’.

• Implement performance management initiatives with subordinates.

• Ensure clinic nurses are compliant within Bayshore policies and procedures.

• Responsible for ensuring Bayshore and Partner clinics meet Bayshore standards, in preparation for both internal and external audits as applicable.

• Participates in internal and external audits and ensures that Specialty Infusion Clinic(s) within his/her region are operating efficiently and safely.

• Performance management, and probationary/annual performance review of direct reporting Clinical staff.

• Acts as liaison between PSS Program Managers, Branch management, and Area Directors staff nurses and medical advisors, as appropriate.

• Participates in sales or public relationship efforts with key stakeholders.

• Participates in ongoing internal and/or external continuing education activities.

• Participate in quality activities and continuous improvement initiatives in keeping with the company's Quality Management System.

• Participate in proactive Health & Safety activities while performing all duties.

• Coordinates billing invoices for dedicated clinics.

• Responsible for ensuring the maintenance of all applicable training for nursing staff.

• Reviews clinical utilization, scheduling and local trends including issues and challenges as required.

• Reviews all QE’s incidents and quality issues, ultimately responsible for assisting with planning corrective actions and actively participating in QE trending within the assigned territory.

• Accountable for employee engagement, retention, and turnover in dedicated region.

• Perform duties of Nursing Supervisors in areas of region without assigned Nursing Supervisor.

• Completes all other tasks delegated by the Regional Operations Manager, as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Graduated from an accredited Nursing School with a Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BScN) degree or equivalent.
• Current registration and in good standing with the provincial nursing licensing body of all clinics/ service delivery in their assigned territory.
• Candidate must be a Registered Nurse.
• Master’s degree or equivalent will be seen as an asset.
• ACLS/BLS required, PALS Preferred.
• Chemotherapy – Biotherapy course completion is required.

** 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

• Minimum 5 years Nursing experience, preferably in a critical care (e.g., ER or ICU), infusion clinic, or oncology setting.
• Previous nursing management or leadership experience will be seen as an asset.
• Previous oncology work experience will be seen as an asset.
  

Other Skills and Abilities

• Peripheral intravenous administration skills.
• Central Vascular Device Access and Care Skills (e.g., , CVADs and PICCs).
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Able to manage relationships with a proven track record of exceptional customer service.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to handle difficult situations in an objective and consistent format.
• 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 client care.
• Able to visually and auditorily observe and assess clients.
• Proficiency on Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Travel, as needed, within a defined territory as part of regular work responsibilities up to 80% travel required.
• Able to ravel bi-annually to our National Head Office in Mississauga or our National Pharmacy in Markham (requirement). Dependent on fiscal objectives – more travel may be required to Head Office/National Pharmacy.
• Bilingual if required for the geographic territory.

At Bayshore Healthcare, our commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion is our strength. This is how we bring our vision of being the difference in the lives of those we care for, work with and in our communities. We have a great sense of pride in creating a culture of belonging, where individual differences are embraced and celebrated, through programs, resources and policies that support each individuals purpose, potential and wellbeing.

At Bayshore Healthcare Ltd., and its subsidiaries, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and operate in full compliance with all Provincial and Territorial legislation pertaining to Human Rights Codes and Accessibility requirements. To ensure continued compliance throughout the recruitment and selection process, we encourage candidates to disclose any accommodation needs they may have.