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1 ‑ Full Time ‑ Nurse Practitioner
Bariatric Surgical Clinic
Reposted
This vacancy is Reposted. Candidates who have previously applied for this position are required to resubmit
their application.
Why Join Us?
- Impactful Work: Your leadership will directly influence the quality of care provided to our patients and the
efficiency of our operations, in a values based team environment.
- Competitive Compensation: We offer a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary to attract
top talent.
- Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP): We are proud to participate in the Healthcare of Ontario
Pension Plan (HOOPP), offering our employees the security and peace of mind that comes with having
access to a pension plan. We understand the importance of financial well‑being and believe that a strong
pension recognizes our employees, like you, and provides a stable foundation for your future as part of our
overall compensation package. When you join, you automatically contribute to the Plan each pay period. As
your employer, we also contribute $1.26 for every dollar you contribute.
Joining our team means that you will be an integral part of achieving our mission, vision and values.
Our Mission: We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported and advanced by research, innovation
and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples of Northwestern Ontario.
Our Vision: Exceptional care for every patient, every time.
Our Values: Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability
About the role:
The Hospital strives to deliver care that is centred on patients and families. Patient and Family Centred Care (PFCC)
is the provision of care that is respectful of, and responsive to individual patient/family preferences, needs, and values
and ensures that those values guide all decisions. Creating a caring environment for patients and families ensures
continuity of care and fosters a learning environment. Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge,
understanding and commitment to this care philosophy.
The Nurse Practitioner (NP), Regional Bariatric Care Centre (RBCC), is responsible for providing direct patient care
to individuals referred for medical and surgical obesity management. A primary responsibility of this role is to
collaborate closely with the Endocrinologist, Bariatric Surgeons and interprofessional care team while coordinating
and facilitating comprehensive treatment plans and support the delivery of high‑quality, patient‑centred care.
The NP reports primarily to the Manager, RBCC in collaboration with the Director, Patient Flow & Partnerships, with a
matrix reporting relationship to the Director, Nursing & Health Professions. The role of the NP integrates the six core
competencies of Advanced Practice Nursing as outlined by the Canadian Nurses Association: direct comprehensive
care, health system optimization, education, research, leadership, and consultation and collaboration. The
percentage of time dedicated to each of these domains is variable, based on the program needs and will evolve with
the program.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Education/Experience:
- Unencumbered registration as a Registered Nurse in the Extended Class (EC) with the College of Nurses of
Ontario.
- Master's degree in Nursing preferred.
- Membership in NPAO or RNAO preferred.
- Minimum 3‑5 years recent nurse practitioner experience in an acute care and/or home and community care setting
during past 5 year period.
- Demonstrated commitment to the principles of the Patient and Family Centered Care model.
- Clinical knowledge and expertise in chronic disease management.
- Knowledge of the research process and ability to apply research to clinical practice.
- Previous adult education and program development, implementation and evaluation experience.
Skills/Abilities:
- Strong leadership ability and highly developed interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage and work collaboratively within an inter‑professional team.
- Ability to be flexible and adapt positively to constantly changing situations.
- Excellent communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
- Effective facilitation skills: individual and group.
- Strong organizational, critical thinking and problem solving skills.
- High level of initiative and self‑direction.
- Ability to plan, manage and implement change effectively.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional education
- Proficient in computer applications and software such as, Microsoft Office, Powerpoint and Excel.
Assets:
- Regular and sustained attendance as per hospital standard.
- Knowledge and adherence to the hospital's Code of Conduct.
Salary Range: $68.680 to 76.140
The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets
financial and otherwise. All offers of employment to external candidates shall be conditional upon: a satisfactory
Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of
full vaccinations approved by Health Canada to Occupational Health & Safety. Candidates will have demonstrated
adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct. Regular attendance at work is imperative, therefore, all applicants will
have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered for this position.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment supporting diversity in our work
environment to provide quality care where all feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a
workforce reflective of the communities in which we live and serve and encourage Indigenous people, visible
minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and self‑identify. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability
are available throughout the selection process.
As a proposed designated position under the French Language Policy (HR‑esa‑12) Level 2 ‑ French
Language Skills according to Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre's Oral Proficiency Scale are
required.
If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, the Hospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified
individuals.
Interested applicants must submit a resume outlining relevant previous experience and training no later than
11:59p.m. on Monday, 31 August, 2026.
Internal applicants may apply via the job posting page on the iNtranet. External applicants must apply through our
website.
Posted: August 24, 2026
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