INFUSION NURSE (PEDIATRIC)

Job Description

WHO WE ARE

When it comes to health, we’re always looking for waysto push for better. It’s why we were founded in the first place. In 1957, ourfounder, pharmacist William Wilkinson, witnessed a mother sacrifice her healthby forgoing her own medicine to pay for her sick daughter’s prescription. Heknow there had to be a better way. So, he introduced North America’s firstprepaid drug plan, and GreenShield was born as a not-for-profit with a missionto support better health for all Canadians.

We aren’t just a health and benefits company. We’rethe only not-for-profit social enterprise that brings worlds of coverage andcare together, all in one place.

We’re noble challengers, purposefully building a betterway and we need the best people to help us create a more holistic approach thattakes care of the mind and body.

Our mission is to create better health for allCanadians, and we know that starts with our employees.

THEROLE IN A NUTSHELL

We are seeking an experienced andcompassionate Infusion Nurse to join our specialized infusion team. Thesuccessful candidate will provide safe, high-quality infusion therapy to adultand pediatric patients in an outpatient clinic setting. This role requiresadvanced clinical judgment, strong communication skills, and the ability toprovide child- and family-centered care while maintaining a calm, reassuringpresence during procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide intravenous (IV) infusions, injections, and othertherapies for both adult and pediatric patients according to medicalorders and clinical protocols.


• Conduct thorough pre-infusion assessments, including reviewingmedical history, vital signs, and potential contraindications.


• Ensure patient safety and comfort by using appropriatedistraction techniques, pain management strategies, and familyinvolvement.


• Monitor patients during infusion for signs of adverse reactionsor complications and respond promptly to emergencies.


• Document all assessments, interventions, and outcomes incompliance with clinic protocols and regulatory standards.


• Collaborate with physicians, nurse manager, pharmacists, andallied health professionals to coordinate and optimize patient care.


• Provide education and emotional support to patients andfamilies regarding treatment plans, medications, and home careinstructions.


• Maintain clinical readiness by ensuring infusion supplies,emergency equipment, and pediatric-specific tools (e.g., oxygen masks, AEDpads, appropriately sized catheters) are available and up to date.


• Participate in ongoing quality improvement initiatives,training, and continuing education.

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) with current licensure in good standing.


• Minimum 2–3 years of pediatric nursing experience (infusion or acute care setting preferred).


• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.


• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification strongly preferred.


• CVAA certification considered an asset.


• Demonstrated expertise in IV insertion and vascular accessmanagement in pediatric populations.


• Strong knowledge of pediatric infusion therapy standards,pharmacology, and emergency protocols.


• Excellent communication, teamwork, and patient/family educationskills.


• Ability to remain calm, adaptable, and professional inhigh-stress situations.

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Experience with electronic health record systems.


• Knowledge of pediatric growth and development principles andhow these influence care delivery.


• Compassionate, patient, and creative in supporting childrenduring procedures.


• Strong organizational and time-management skills to managemultiple patients efficiently.


• Commitment to infection prevention and adherence to safetyprotocols.

Working Conditions

• Day shifts with occasional flexibility (weekends) requireddepending on patient volumes and scheduling.Direct interaction with children, families, andmultidisciplinary teams.

THE CULTURE

We believe a career should be meaningful. Not just ameans to earn a living. Our culture is one where everyone's voice is heard andvalued. Because that’s what it takesto create better health for all. We dare to challenge the status quo. And we’redriven by people who have challenged theirs. We believe that yourworkplace should empower you to be the best version of yourself. That’s why we provide aplace where you can be inspired, challenged, and rewarded.

Where your growth means our growth.

Where your voice is heard and valued.

Where your work has purpose. And purpose matters.

We believe our people arecritical to our overall success. Inclusivity makes us a stronger, smarter andmore informed organization. Being intentionally inclusive of diversebackgrounds, perspectives and experiences will enhance our company culture topositively impact how we support our communities. A career at GreenShield isn’t just about personalachievements, it's about making adifference together.

Here’s to Better Health for All!

A FEW MORE DETAILS

Proficiency in English is required for this position. As part of this role, you will be required to communicate with colleagues or customers who use English as their primary language. By requiring English proficiency for thisposition, we aim to ensure that our employees can excel in their roles, collaborate, and communicate effectively, and contribute to the success of ourorganization.

GS supports diversity, equity andinclusion in our teams and communities, and we value the unique contributionsmade by all. Even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly to everyrequirement, we invite you to apply. We encourage applications fromall candidates and will accommodate needs under human rights legislationthroughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please let usknow of any accommodation through requestforaccommodation@greenshield.ca. Information received relating toaccommodation will be addressed confidentially.

Providing this information givesGS consent to use your personal information to assess your suitability forspecific positions, future opportunities or for your personnel file. Yourrésumé will be held in strict confidence and will be viewed only by theOrganization. Information may be stored outside of Canada and could be used foraggregate statistical purposes (which uses no personal identification).