Sexual Health Registered Nurse

PurposeMed • Calgary, AB

2h • CA$83,000 - CA$92,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

PurposeMed is a Canadian-founded healthtech company established in 2019 with a mission to improve access to complex care for underserved communities. We’ve combined our clinical roots with a drive to scale, and now our exceptional team provides specialized care to thousands of patients every month. PurposeMed consists of three complex care business units: Freddie, Frida, and Foria, and partners with Affirming Care Pharmacy. Freddie improves sexual health through education, prevention, and treatment with a focus on the LGBTQ2S+ community. As the #1 rated PrEP provider in North America, we’re proudly dismantling barriers to sexual healthcare for patients across both Canada and the USA. Frida transforms the lives of patients through easier access to adult ADHD diagnosis and fast, affordable treatment. Foria provides trans, non-binary, and gender-diverse Canadians with specialized, gender-affirming healthcare. Affirming Care Pharmacy provides discreet, specialty prescription delivery across North America. Operating from Calgary, Mississauga, Toronto, and San Antonio, they provide our patients with an integrated, end-to-end healthcare experience. We are proud to be ranked #2 on Deloitte’s 2024 list of Canada’s 50 fastest-growing tech companies and recognized as one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures for two consecutive years. Driven by a strong mission, our team is passionate about making healthcare accessible to those who need it most—and we make sure to have fun along the way! This is a full-time opportunity for a 12-month contract.

Requirements

• An active registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta
• 3+ years of experience in a clinical nursing role
• Excellent proficiency in phlebotomy and administration of SC/IM injections
• Clinical experience in a semi-independent practice role in the care of medical patients and/or sexual health
• Proficiency in adhering to established policies and procedures
• A flexible mindset and a positive approach to change — our in-person program is actively growing and scheduling needs will evolve
• Availability for daytime and evening shifts, with openness to weekend shifts that may begin in the near term, including the possibility of virtual weekend coverage
• A calm and non-judgmental communication style
• Excellent communication skills and empathetic care delivery

Nice To Haves

• An ambitious and independent nature
• Nurse clinician or charge nurse experience
• Clinical experience working with members of LGBTQ2S+, gender and sexually diverse communities
• Experience working in the private sector, a start-up, or a technology company
• Experience working from a trauma-informed lens

Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive sexually transmitted and blood borne infection (STBBI) prevention education to clients (with a focus on HIV prevention), including risk reduction strategies and behavioural counselling
• Conducting pre and post-test counseling for HIV and STBBI testing, ensuring confidentiality and sensitivity to clients’ needs
• Administering and interpreting HIV point of care testing
• Performing phlebotomy to collect relevant diagnostic laboratory samples
• Initiating and managing clients on PrEP therapy, including medication education, adherence counseling, and follow-up care under supervision or directive of a licensed prescriber
• Providing counseling and treatment for positive STBBI results under supervision or directive of a licensed prescriber
• Maintaining accurate, timely, and detailed clinical documentation in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards

Benefits

• 20 vacation days
• Annual winter break closure
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care from your first day of work—we cover 100% of your premiums, with coverage available for dependents
• 8 health/sick days
• Extended mental health coverage
• $20,000 of lifetime coverage for gender-affirming care and procedures (Canada)
• $500 learning fund to use towards courses and other professional development
• People Potential program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level