Nurse

Company Description

As a parent company and a strong supporter of Lawtons Drugs, Sobeys core values reflect their commitment and convictions that have helped shape the company over the past 100 years. Lawtons Drugs has portrayed integrity, commitment to its employees, and a desire to consistently exceed customer expectations in service, value, and product selection. With 80 locations in Atlantic Canada and plans for further expansion, Lawtons Drugs offers pharmacy services to complement customers' prescriptions and help them manage their family's medication and healthcare needs. The company also offers a full line of home healthcare solutions, beauty products, cosmetics, convenience items, and giftware products.

Role Description

This is a regular part-time on-site role as a Clinic Nurse & Administrator at the Bedford Pharmacist Walk-in Clinic+ by Lawtons Drugs located in Bedford, NS (in partnership with Nova Scotia Health). The Clinic Nurse will be responsible for providing care to patients in the clinic setting, conducting basic patient initial assessments, administering vaccinations, performing point-of-care testing, providing health education, basic counseling to patients where applicable, and assisting with the coordination of patient care. The Clinic Nurse will work closely with the clinic pharmacist lead and administrative assistants to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) certification in Nova Scotia and licensed to practice in Nova Scotia
• Experience in a clinic or healthcare setting
• Knowledge of vaccination and medication administration
• Ability to perform basic reception duties such as greeting patients, answering telephones, scheduling appointments and other office duties
• Participating in point-of-care testing at the clinic
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems (e.g. Med-Access)
• Current CPR certification
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to adhere to company policies and procedures