Job Description

Position Title



: Nurse Practitioner



Division



: ByWard Clinic Management (BCM)



Job Status



: Part-Time Locum (In-person/remote)



Job Reports To



: Family Health Organization (FHO) Signatory Physician(s)



Location



: 316 Rideau, Ottawa



ByWard Clinic Management (BCM) operates a busy clinic and offers a comprehensive range of services to the general public. We are committed to delivering timely, quality and collaborative assessment, treatment and health promotion, in a supportive and caring environment that is open and transparent to social, ethnic, and income factors.



JOB SUMMARY



We are currently looking for a Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our team part-time (1.5 days) as a locum (independent contractor) and provide a full range of healthcare services to patients within the primary health care NP's scope of practice. The NP will provide in-person care to patients of one family physician in support of her practice. The NP will have access to all the resources of our FHT (social worker, mental health counsellors, pharmacist, dietician, etc). Note that there is the possibility of working with other family physicians if so desired.



Typically, a locum is paid for each regular shift worked for the duration of this agreement. A regular shift is defined as a period within which the Locum sees 12 patients per shift, and can be scheduled between 9h00-12h00, or 13h00-16h30, or 17h00-20h00. Shift dates and times will be mutually agreed upon by the Locum and Signatory Physician(s). That said, there is flexibility in this arrangement.



ACCOUNTABILITY



Staff are expected to work in a professional manner, demonstrating above average qualities such as courtesy, tact, and judgment with respect to patients, fellow colleagues, and professionals. All staff are expected to work in parallel with the organization's confidentiality agreement. As a member of our team, you are responsible for bringing issues that affect the smooth operation of the organization, to the attention of your immediate supervisor. It is your responsibility to be up to date with all organizational communication.



ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES



Initiate and manage the care of patients with diseases or disorders within the Nurse Practitioner's scope of practice and/or monitors the ongoing therapy of patients by providing effective pharmacological, complementary or counseling interventions.



Evaluate effectiveness of care plans by assessing patient comprehension and compliance to the care plan, reviewing clinical, behavioral and learning outcomes.



Based on evidence and best practice and in networking collaborate in development of goals and objectives, services and activities, outcome measures and evaluation for student community. By doing so, develops an information network for present & future use.



Integrate best practice guidelines and current evidence-based research into clinical practice,



Evaluate clinical outcomes and integrate nursing knowledge and research into clinical practice,



Other activities may be assigned in collaboration with the health services members that relate to a Nurse Practitioner scope of practice.



Develop linkages with external partners as appropriate to ensure continuity of care,



Work in a manner to ensure safety to oneself, patients and their families, colleagues and the work environment.



ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS



Current Registered Nurse Extended Class certificate and registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario



Graduate of a recognized Nurse Practitioner program



Current professional liability insurance



Minimum of two years clinical nursing practice experience as a Nurse Practitioner



Previous RN experience in hospital emergency department, primary care clinic or equivalent.



Bilingual preferred (French & English)



Excellent communication and interpersonal skills



Strong clinical and effective time management skills



Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team



Excellent health assessment skills, clinical judgment, analytical and problem-solving skills



Has completed an approved controlled substance prescription and management education program

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER:

A dynamic work environment for those who thrive in a fast-paced setting



Collaborative working environment



Opportunity to learn and grow in your career



Both in-person and virtual visits (hybrid clinical schedule)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Please note that related education/experience, bilingualism, and the ability to work in a fully paperless environment (EMR) are essential qualifications for this position.



REPORTING STRUCTURE



(To whom the incumbent reports to for different aspects of their job); The incumbent reports to the FHO Signatory Physician(s).



Please apply online. We thank all applicants for applying; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.



ByWard Clinic Management is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at



hrdept@bywardfht.ca



and specify the nature of your accommodation request.