The Dufferin Area Family Health Team (DAFHT) is currently recruiting for a
full-time
Nurse Practitioner
to join an interagency, collaborative team working both in a primary care and community-based setting.
The
Nurse Practitioner
is a vital part of Dufferin Area Family Health Team (DAFHT) and will collaborate with physicians and other interdisciplinary providers to achieve the vision and mission of the organization. The
Nurse Practitioner
will help the DAFHT to meet its strategic objectives by participating in the chronic disease management, health promotion and disease prevention programs. The
Nurse Practitioners
' responsibilities will consist of all aspects of being a Primary Health Care Provider, consultant, educator and advocate.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide primary care within the scope of practice of the Nurse Practitioner as outlined in the College of Nurses of Ontario Standards of Practice for Registered Nurses in Extended Class. The provision of primary care includes assessments, diagnosis, counseling, screening, referral, education, treatment and follow-up
Collaborate effectively with physicians to facilitate appropriate provision of primary care outside of scope of practice
Maintain complete, accurate and timely records of patient visits using the electronic medical record (EMR)
Liaise with physicians, DAFHT members and community agencies as required
Support patients and families to take increased responsibility for their health through the DAFHT health promotion program and to promote self-management in chronic diseases
Provide individual and group sessions to patients in the understanding and management of particular health issues
Prepare statistical reports for program review when necessary
Work effectively within an interdisciplinary team to improve patient access to primary care and to help improve the team's ability to provide a broader range of services (e.g. wound care management)
Evaluate and analyze the patient's response to therapeutic interventions, and
Be available for after-hours clinical work based on the needs of the patients at the clinic where the Nurse Practitioner will be working. Time commitment would be approx. 4 hours one evening per week.
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Registered Nurse Extended Class (EC)
Baccalaureate or master's in nursing
Previous work experience in a Family Health Team or community setting an asset
Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
Current membership with the RNAO, NPAO
Basic CPR certification
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Excellent oral/written skills
Strong clinical skills
Ability to work effectively with all members of the health care team
Knowledge and understanding of the role of the Nurse Practitioner within an interdisciplinary team, how to optimize collaborative relationships
Knowledge and proficiency in current, evidence-based methods and practices or primary care delivery with an emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention
Proficiency in the use of computer hardware and software
Ability to prioritize, manage time effectively and be flexible in a very active work environment
Willingness to teach and train other members of the interdisciplinary team as required, and
Flexibility to take on other tasks as assigned.
Working Conditions and Requirements:
This is an in-person, on-site, and in-community role
Hours are 37.5 hours per week
Current driver's license and reliable vehicle to travel to sites and within community
Why Join Us:
HOOPP Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Extended health care benefits including health, dental, vision, critical Illness, and EFAP and EAP program
4 weeks of vacation to start, floater days, paid personal and sick time
Organizational commitment to work-life balance
Qualified applicants are asked to forward their cover letter and resume as a combined PDF document by Friday, October 31st, 2025
For more information about the DAFHT, our programs and services visit our website at www.dafht.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Benefits:
Company events
Company pension
Dental care
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision care
Application question(s):
You are a Registered Nurse Extended Class (EC)?
You have a current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario?
You have a current memebership with the RNAO and/ or NPAO?
You have previous work experience in a Family Health Team or community setting?
Work Location: In person
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