Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care - 18 Months
$117,924–$138,548 year
On-siteKitchener, Ontario, Canada
Job Summary
Perform assessment, diagnosis, treatment, health education, and counseling in accordance with College of Nurses of Ontario standards. Work from a Social Determinants of Health perspective to reduce inequities and apply a Harm Reduction approach with at-risk clients. Triage needs via phone or in person and maintain accurate clinical notes. Participate in health promotion and disease prevention program development, quality improvement initiatives, and research as determined by the Health Centre. Collaborate in team meetings and committee work while ensuring client safety, privacy, and adherence to infection control policies. Schedule includes 37.5 hours per week for an 18-month fixed term contract, with evening coverage required.
Required Qualifications
- Completion of a recognized Primary Care Nurse Practitioner program
- Master's degree in nursing; or equivalent recognized education and experience
- Current certification with the College of Nurses of Ontario-Extended Class and a member in good standing
- 2 years minimum experience as a Primary Care NP working with all ages in a community health setting
- Valid Ontario Drivers License
- Knowledge of the health delivery system, community and social services and the relevant legislation related to Nurse Practitioners in Ontario
- Proven experience working in a collaborative team environment
- Demonstrated leadership in promoting a shared responsibility for professional practice and development
- Ability to obtain a Police Vulnerable Sector Check satisfactory to the Health Centre
- 2-Factor Authentication for Outlook is App based (Microsoft Authenticator Application) and used to ensure the security of our online accounts. 2-FA requires the use of a personal mobile device with a recent operating system
- Work during both regular and extended hours (evenings/weekends). A minimum of one evening per week will be required
Desired Qualifications
- Knowledge of cultural diversity as well as newcomer and refugee health in Canada is desirable
- Ability to communicate in another language is an asset
- Experience working effectively with culturally and economically diverse
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