Licensed Practical Nurse

at  Shoppers Drug Mart Pharmaprix

Join a locally owned and operated store to help deliver health, beauty and convenience services in your community, and keep the customer at the centre of everything you do.

SUMMARY:

To assist with the technical functions of immunizing Covid and flu vaccines, publicly and privately funded vaccines, and administering other medications via IM or SQ injection. Also to assist as appropriate in the delivery of pharmacy services and participate in the maintenance and operations of the Pharmacy as described by the Pharmacy Standards of Practice, and to provide superior, timely, and pleasant service to customers.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma
• Certification as a licensed practical nurse (LPN)
• Licensed with the BC College of Nurses
• Standard First Aid & CPR-C Certification or higher
• Previous Pharmacy/Immunization Clinic experience preferred
• Effective organizational skills, ability to multi task
• Problem Solving Skills
• Strong attention to detail
  Casual position primarily to help out with flu vaccines from October-December and Covid boosters every 6 months

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Customer Service
• Greet customer promptly and gather prescription information according to Standards
• Perform duties in priority according to Role assigned on Role Assignment Schedule
• Refer to the pharmacist all clinical inquiries
• Check patients in for vaccination appointments and provide the immunization in a safe, efficient, and courteous manner
• Adhere to all confidentiality and privacy requirements