Job Description

The Northern Nations Wellness Centre is seeking an enthusiastic Nurse Practitioner to join our primary care team in delivering patient-centered, culturally respectful care to the rural community of Chetwynd and surrounding First Nations. This is a hands-on, community-focused role supporting individuals and families across their lifespan.

We are looking for a professional who embraces team-based care, supports traditional wellness practices, collaborates with wellness practitioners, and demonstrates commitment to practicing cultural safety and humility.

The successful candidate will be a certified Nurse Practitioner who meets all the requirements to practice medicine in British Columbia and is committed to providing evidence-based, patient-centered care.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide primary care services to patients of all ages, including diagnosing and treating a wide range of medical conditions. Conduct comprehensive health assessments, review medical history, medication management, diagnosing, ordering diagnostic tests, treating acute and chronic illnesses, and promoting preventive care. Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with patients and other healthcare providers, including the facilitation of holistic interventions, and referrals to specialists and interdisciplinary teams when necessary. Perform minor procedures, such as wound care, suturing, and lesion removal, as within the scope of your license. Educate patients and families about health promotion, disease prevention, and self-management strategies, and empower them to make informed decisions about their healthcare. Collaborate with other healthcare professionals within the Wellness Centre to ensure coordinated and wrap around care for patients. Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records and documentation and adhere to regulatory standards and best practices in clinical documentation. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the ongoing development of clinical protocols and best practices. Engage in continuous professional development to stay current with advances in medical knowledge and best practices.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

Current registration as a Nurse Practitioner with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM), or eligibility for registration with the BCCNM. Completion of a recognized Nurse Practitioner program. A master's degree is considered an asset. Experience working as a Nurse Practitioner in a primary care, community health, or family practice setting is preferred, but new graduates are also encouraged to apply. Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and decision-making skills, with a commitment to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build therapeutic relationships with patients and collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a commitment to providing compassionate and patient-centered care. Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and collaborate with other healthcare professionals. Experience working with and delivering health services to First Nations clients is an asset, including above average knowledge of First Nations culture and Anti-Indigenous Racism Response, and presenting with an attitude of cultural humility. Training in Anti-Indigenous Racism Response and Cultural Safety and Humility is an asset. Willingness to undertake training in Anti-Indigenous Racism Response & Cultural Safety and Humility. Experience with Electronic Medical Records and billing system. High degree of comfort using digital technology and online systems.

Knowledge

Strong knowledge of cultural safety, humility, and trauma informed approaches to care. Knowledge of, and ability to apply, an understanding of First Nations cultural principles and protocols in work situations. Ability to apply a two-eyed seeing approach to balance western and Traditional Indigenous worldviews. Understanding of own intersectionality, power, privilege, and how these concepts may impact own work and perspectives. Understanding rural and remote communities and their inherent challenges and barriers. Understanding and ability to practice with Nation based, community driven philosophy. Broad knowledge of legislation and government policies and procedures that relate to primary care.

Compensation

$171,533 - $182,968 over 3 years based on panel attachment. Compensation to be detailed within the contract and align with provincial norms, which are revised from time to time. No requirement to make overhead contribution to the clinic.
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 36 months

Pay: $171,533.00-$182,968.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Flexible schedule On-site parking Relocation assistance
Work Location: In person