22.5 hours weekly Monday-Friday (future potential for up to full time), $62.66 hourly
Reports To:
Executive Director
Position Summary
The Nurse Practitioner will function as a member of an interdisciplinary team providing direct nursing care to clients by assessing and promoting health and wellness to individuals of all ages, families, groups, communities, and taking action to enact our vision of better health for all.
The Nurse Practitioner will actively participate in the development and implementation of health promotion programs with individuals, families, and community groups.
This incumbent will make decisions and accept legal responsibilities, within the scope of responsibility for Registered Nurses in the Extended Class, for all aspects of clinical services required. The Nurse Practitioner is expected to uphold and maintain the professional and organizational core competencies necessary for practice in the primary care setting.
Duties and Responsibilities
Patient Focused
Complete health assessments, including health history and physical examination for patients of all ages
Formulate and communicate medical diagnoses
Order approved screening and diagnostic laboratory tests, interpreting results as necessary
Monitor therapy for patients with chronic stable illnesses and provide effective interventions
Prescribe medication according to scope of practice
Contribute to electronic medical records
Collaborate with members of an interdisciplinary health team to plan, implement, co-ordinate and evaluate client care in consultation with patients and their families
Assist in patient navigation of program streams within the Family Health Team (FHT)
Refer patients to the appropriate providers or resources within the organization and externally
Provide health education and participate in community needs assessment and program development
Team Focus
Consult as necessary with FHT physicians
Provide consultation and clinical support to peers as needed
Assist in the orientation and preceptorship of new staff and students
Communicate with community agencies as necessary
Effectively utilize human and material resources
Scope of Practice and other expectations
Function within the scope of practice as defined by the College of Nurses of Ontario
Adhere to PrimaCare Community Family Health Team (PCCFHT) policies and procedures
Participate in quality improvement and program evaluation projects
Act in accordance with Ontario's Personal Health Information Privacy Act to protect clients' privacy and confidentiality
Must possess a willingness to participate in regular professional development including training requested by the FHT
Ability to travel between 3 sites, as required
Education, Skills and Experience
Education:
Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing
Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner Certificate
Current BCLS Certification
Experience:
2 years of community health or primary care experience preferred
Professional Affiliations/Memberships:
The incumbent is responsible for:
Current Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario in the Extended Class
Current professional liability insurance
Additional Skills/Abilities:
Commitment to client-centred care
Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative practice model with multidisciplinary teams
Demonstrated ability to use initiative and work autonomously utilizing critical thinking skills and advanced decision-making, problem recognition and problem-solving skills
Experience with program development, quality improvement initiatives, and program evaluation
Effective organizational, interpersonal and communication skills, and demonstrated negotiation and conflict resolutions skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Electronic Medical Records
Recognition of the limitations of own competencies and scope of practice, and when to consult or refer to another healthcare provider
Demands and Working Conditions
Physical/Mental Demands Include:
Minimal lifting, pulling, pushing, stretching or physical exertion
Walking, standing, sitting
Upper limb coordination and medium strength required
Ability to sit for occasional extended periods of time
COVID-19 Vaccination required
Police records check including Vulnerable Sector Screen to the satisfaction of PCCFHT
PrimaCare Community Family Health Team is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is devoted to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate should contact the Executive Director to communicate any accommodation needs.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $62.66 per hour
Benefits:
On-site parking
Licence/Certification:
CNO Registration as a RN in the Extended Class (required)
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From $62.66 per hour
Expected hours: 22.5 per week
Benefits:
On-site parking
Work Location: In person
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