INTRODUCTION:
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario in the Extended Class and will work within the scope of practice of the RN-EC provided by the CNO. As a member of our shared care primary care team in St. Catharines, they will support the provision of primary care services to the patients of De dwa da dehs nye>s Aboriginal Health Centre (DAHC). Our medical clinic offers excellent administrative support, opportunities for professional growth and development, partnerships with specialists, inter-professional care and outreach services, as well as a collaborative and supportive work environment.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
· Provide direct patient care within the full scope of nursing practice providing accessible, culturally safe, comprehensive, and effective care to patients of the health centre.
· Provide care that focuses on prevention, chronic disease management, acute and episodic care.
· Willingness and ability to provide safe home visits for patients facing barriers to accessing care in the clinic.
· Application and understanding of approaches to care that respect wholistic health and well-being, with an openness to the unique needs and beliefs of each individual.
· Provide coverage for other clinicians as needed.
· Works as part of an interdisciplinary team.
· Will also support for the FASD Assessment & Diagnostic Program (orientation and training will be provided by DAHC).
· Will be based in St. Catharines with occasional travel to Brantford and/or Hamilton site for visits.
STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS:
· Maintains competence and knowledge relevant to current nursing practice and has Nurse Practitioner Extended Class registration in good standing from the College of Nurses.
· Minimum 5 years’ work experience in a health care setting in a direct care provision role. Experience working in primary care setting an asset.
· Experience working with Indigenous community members an asset.
· Knowledge of First Nations, Metis and Inuit culture and communities, as well as the social determinants of health that have the greatest impacts.
· Proficient in navigating PSSuites EMR-Electronic medical records and maintaining records in a timely, efficient and effective manner.
· Previous experience with prenatal care / infants / children, would be an asset
· Knowledge of and practical application of relevant privacy and confidentiality legislation
· Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both written and verbal
· Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work both as part of a team and independently
· Clear vulnerable sectors check is required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $129,711.40 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Flexible language requirement:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- St. Catharines, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Nursing: 5 years (required)
- • Experience working with Indigenous community members: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- registration with college of nursing in Ontario (required)
Work Location: In person
