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A Nurse Practitioner, or Registered Nurse Practitioner, can treat some medical conditions and prescribe medication without a doctor’s supervision. The primary responsibilities of a Nurse Practitioner include examining patients to determine their cause of illness or concern, making patients feel safe and comfortable, and working collaboratively with other staff members to ensure the daily operations of a clinic run smoothly.
When writing a job description for a Nurse Practitioner, it’s important to specify the type of patients they will be working with. Some of their general duties and responsibilities may include:
Providing detailed information to patients regarding treatments, possible side effects, aftercare instructions, aftercare maintenance, or preventative care methods
Ensuring complete and accurate documentation of patient information and treatments for patient charts and medical records
Vaccinating patients to prevent or treat diseases
Using comprehensive knowledge to assess patients by diagnosing diseases, disorders, or conditions
Presenting professional guidance to other health professionals and working autonomously with other interdisciplinary health care professionals
Initiating health care treatment for health care management, therapeutic interventions, and prescribing medication
Following the standards of care maintained by the province or territory’s College of Nurses
The South Keys Health Center team consists of 2 physicians and allied health professionals, such as Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, physiotherapists, chiropractors, Orthopedic Surgeons, Physiatrists, and Psychologists. They provide exceptional primary healthcare services to the residents of Ottawa and nearby areas. Our work environment includes:
A dynamic, fast-paced environment that values independence, expertise, and adaptability.
Innovative environments and adept at using computer tools and online services.
In order to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in Ontario, it is necessary to hold a valid license in Ontario and practice where you currently reside. Assistance is available for covering the fees associated with obtaining an Ontario license.
This job opportunity allows you to work from our clinic and receive guidance from a senior medical physician. You will be able to choose your hours and have complete autonomy in providing your services.
At South Keys Health Center, the Nurse Practitioner is vital in providing primary care and assessing symptoms to assist patients.
As part of your duties, you are responsible for:
Offer initial assistance and direction to our organization's patients seeking help.
Conduct clinical evaluations, recognize emergency indications, and assist clients in need.
Work with physicians and specialists as outlined in the NP scope of practice's "Expectation for Consultation with Physicians."
Assess if there is a requirement for specific tests, obtain them from a pre-approved list and interpret the outcomes of screening, diagnostic laboratory and imaging tests within the NP scope of practice.
Maintains thorough, precise, and readable records of patients' visits, enabling other healthcare professionals to continue providing appropriate care.
Offer expert nursing care and treatment, including medication, complementary therapies, or counselling interventions to address health concerns.
Assist in continuously monitoring patients with chronic stable illnesses by offering effective interventions such as pharmacological treatments, counselling, or complementary therapies.
Refers to prescribing drugs from the Schedules listed in the Regulations for treating diseases or disorders that fall within the scope of practice of Nurse Practitioners.
Required profile:
A dynamic, fast-paced environment that values independence, expertise, and adaptability.
Innovative environments and adept at using computer tools and online services.
In order to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in Ontario, it is necessary to hold a valid license in Ontario and practice where you currently reside. Assistance is available for covering the fees associated with obtaining an Ontario license.
Key Capabilities
In addition to the skills described above, you are:
Our team is driven by a solid mission to challenge the status quo of the healthcare industry. As we strive towards achieving our vision, we are seeking individuals who share our passion and are eager to play a vital role in our journey.
Benefits:
Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
Paid time off and sick days
Opportunities for growth within the organization
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent Part-time hours: 35-40 per week
Salary: $55.00-$62.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental care
Extended health care
On-site parking
Paid time off Flexible Language Requirement:
French not required Schedule:
Monday to Friday Supplemental pay types:
Bonus pay
Overtime pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
Ottawa, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
Nurse Practitioner licence: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In start date: 2023-10-01
Example 2
Nurse Practitioner
Part-time, Contract, Position � October 2023 to March 2024
$58.83 to $67.13 per hour for 21 hours per week (Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays)
Salary commensurate on primary care experience
About us:
Unison Health and Community Services is a non-profit, community-based organization that serves neighbourhoods in North West Toronto. Operating out of six locations, Unison offers core services that include primary health care, counselling, health promotion, Early Years programs, legal services, harm reduction programs, housing assistance, adult protective services, Pathways to Education� and a Diabetes Education Program. Unison�s mission is working together to deliver accessible and high quality health and community services that are integrated, respond to needs, build on strengths and inspire change.
Unison Health and Community Services is committed to working from an inclusive, pro-choice, sex positive, harm reduction, anti-racist, anti-oppression and participatory framework.
At this time Unison is seeking a keen and committed Nurse Practitioner-Registered Nurse, Extended Class � RN (EC) for our Jane-Trethewey site. The RN (EC) diagnoses and manages common health problems and diseases as part of the multidisciplinary, primary health care team.
Job-Specific Responsibilities:
� Perform clinical duties within the scope of practice, including assessments, diagnosis, treatment, follow up, counseling, screening, education and referral.
� Collaborate with primary care physicians to focus on clients that are homebound and unable to access primary care services.
� Provide consultation and support related to clinical care to front line staff and our partners.
� Provide feedback on performance and care standards of staff and care providers.
� Provide supervision and clinical oversight including application of corrective and remedial actions, as required.
� Provide education/training, knowledge management expertise and research as required.
� Build and maintain relationships with health and social service agencies and external service providers.
Organizational Responsibilities:
� Participate in team and organization-wide meetings and committees, initiatives and events.
� Develop work goals in conjunction with supervisor, identifying action plans, learning objectives and professional development needs.
� Participate in performance appraisal process including self-evaluation component.
� Adhere to all policies and procedures of the organization.
� Submit encounter data and/or statistics, administrative forms and reports in a timely fashion.
� Orient, supervise and support students and/or volunteers as required.
� Identify, report and debrief on client safety incidents, good catches, occupational health and safety incidents and near misses.
� Other duties as required.
Job-Specific Qualifications:
� Registration in the Extended Class with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
� Sound clinical judgment and strong health assessment and diagnostic skills.
� Demonstrated ability to work effectively independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
� 3-5 years� experience in a community-based setting or nursing experience in Primary Care/NP.
� Excellent triage and clinical skills.
� Willingness to teach /work with other professional disciplines and students.
� Demonstrated knowledge and experience in group work and community development.
� Demonstrated knowledge of, and sensitivity to, the impact of social, economic, environmental and cultural issues on diverse communities.
� Knowledge of issues affecting communities facing barriers to access in an urban environment.
� Familiarity with the social, economic and cultural conditions of the health centre�s area; experience in working with local service providers, community groups and networks, and an understanding of local issues and priorities are an asset.
� Commitment to pro-choice philosophy.
� Demonstrated commitment to equity goals and principles, to sexual and reproductive rights, to being youth positive, LGBTTQ2+ positive and sex positive and to being inclusive of diverse sexual and gender identities.
� Ability to meet the expectation of providing trans care.
� Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills, including computer literacy.
� Excellent interpersonal skills with colleagues, students, community members, volunteers, etc.
� Ability to work one evening per week on Tuesdays.
Interested candidates are asked to email a r�sum� with covering letter by Friday, September 15, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. to:
Hiring Committee - Nurse Practitioner, Jane Trethewey site
Unison Health and Community Services
Please cite UN2023 35 in the subject line of the email.
We welcome applications from people who are reflective of the diverse communities we serve, including those who might need accommodation.
Where needed, accommodations for applicants with disabilities will be provided, on request, to support their participation in all aspects of the recruitment process.
Please note that due to the volume of applications, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 5 months
Part-time hours: 21 per week
Salary: $58.83-$67.13 per hour
Benefits:
On-site parking
Paid time off Schedule:
8 hour shift
Evening shift
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: start date: 2023-10-03
Example 3
On behalf of primary care clinics in Vancouver, the Vancouver Division of Family Practice is recruiting Nurse Practitioners (NP) to fill numerous NP opportunities. The NP would sign a three-year NP service contract.
Please visit Work in Vancouver([website])to view our NP service contract opportunities. On top of this, we can assist NPs looking to join a practice permanently and build a patient panel. Depending on what you are looking for, we will provide you with guidance about the NP service contract and introduce you to the clinics that fall in line with your preferences.
Please do not apply through Indeed. If you are interested in our opportunities, please visit Work in Vancouver ([website])to apply and connect with us.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Location: In person
Example 4
Canadian Nurse Practitioner Services is an NP led organization that aims to reinvent the geriatric care delivery landscape by promoting flexibility, accessibility and elevated customer service extended to facility operators and the clients they serve.
We are currently looking to fill a contract based full-timeNP position (Minimum 6 months)to deliver high quality care to residents and clients in the community. As a contracted NP you will be responsible to run your own independent business in the delivery of high quality care to operators, staff, clients and their families under the mission and vision of CNPS. This position is highly autonomous and independent; you must be in possession of advanced Primary Health Care knowledge, confident in your decision making and have experience caring for complex geriatric conditions.
Responsibilities:
Management of complex chronic co-morbidities
Collaboration with an interdisciplinary team in the course of care delivery
Provide high quality customer service
Provide clinical / medical education to clients and staff
Participate in care conferencing
Job Requirements:
Completion of recognized Nurse Practitioner program - Primary Health Care preferred
Current extended class certification with College of Nurses of Ontario
Minimum 2 years of relevant clinical experience (geriatrics preferred)
Experience with chronic disease management and geriatric care
Ability to deal with crisis situation promptly and effectively
Strong interpersonal, leadership and problem solving skills
Valid CPR and First Aid certification
Current vulnerable sector police check
You must have reliable means of transportation
The position allows for some scheduling flexibility
If you are interested to join and grow with a company that has a vision to transform the geriatric care landscape, please apply using the provided link.
Immediate start date
Work Remotely
No
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract Contract length: 6 months
Salary: $75.00-$85.00 per hour
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Application question(s):
COVID Vaccine practitioner: 1 year (required)
Example 5
Position Description
Under the direction of the Manager of Community Care the Nurse Practitioner (Palliative Care) provides services in the full role of nursing including the overlap between nursing and medicine as they relate to quality practice, education, consultation and collaboration for improving the delivery of services. The Nurse Practitioner participates fully as a member of the community health interdisciplinary team.
Qualifications
Registration in the Extended Class with the College of Nurses of Ontario
Canadian nurse association certification in palliative care or oncology, or commitment to obtain
Two to five years� experience in Palliative End of Life Care an asset
Awareness of Medical Assistance in Dying Legislation and related community process is an asset
Previous experience in a community health or related field an asset
Excellent knowledge of community resources and roles of health professionals: excellent assessment, decision making, priority setting skills, and the ability to demonstrate effective working relationships
Excellent clinical skills and knowledge of full scope of practice
Experience with computers in a Windows environment (e.g. Microsoft Office and database programs)
Ability to manage multiple tasks within tight timelines
Demonstrates a commitment to personal and client safety
Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Experience in a team environment
French language is an asset
Additional Requirement
Proof of current registration in the Extended Class with the College of Nurses of Ontario
Proof of valid driver�s license.
Personal transportation.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $103,302.00-$123,247.00 per year
Benefits:
Company pension
Dental care
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
Vision care Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Experience:
nurse practitioner: 1 year in the Extended Class with CNO (required)
Example 6
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is as member of the emergency team who works in collaboration with the Emergency Physician to assess, manage and direct comprehensive patient care within their scope of practice, as defined by the College of Nurses.
Required Education
Nurse Practitioner�s Certificate from a recognized program
Baccalaureate in Nursing (BScN.)
Current Certification of competence with the College of Nurses of Ontario, Registered Nurse Extended Class
Current Certification in BCLS, ACLS, TNCC, and PALS (or ENPC)
Desired Education
Masters Degree in Nursing
Required Experience
Minimum three years emergency nursing
Recent clinical nurse practitioner experience in a hospital setting, preferably in Emergency Services.
Experience with the development of Medical Directives, care pathways, and clinical practice guidelines to support clinical practice
Excellent and proven clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
Experience practicing within the full scope of an RN(EC) including ordering appropriate diagnostic tests, medications and therapeutic interventions.
OTHER Special Requirements
Support the Manager of Emergency and Surgical Services with the supervision and coordination of staff in the Emergency Department.
Excellent communication skills
Show an eagerness and capacity to adapt to change
Demonstrate a strong ability to identify, analyze and solve problems
Regular and punctual attendance is a requirement of this position.
Comprehensive knowledge of best practices for the a varied population
Proven leadership skills
Strong organizational, analytical and conceptual skills
Proven success in providing inspirational leadership in a team environment and ability to encourage innovation and creativity amongst team members
Ability to work collaboratively with the Interdisciplinary and Physician Team
As a condition of employment, external hires are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital�s Occupational Health and Safety department.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $51.53-$58.33 per hour
Schedule:
Monday to availability
Example 7
Nurse Practitioner- University of Winnipeg � Klinic on Campus
PART-TIME TERM Position
0.5 E.F.T. � 19.37 Hours Per Week (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday)
Duration OF TERM: September 6, 2022 to May 31, 2023 (Mat LOA)
HOURS OF WORK: Days
Salary Range: $49.681- 60.074
Klinic Community Heath is a pro-choice community health centre that provides primary care, education and counselling services to our local community and throughout Manitoba. Driven by our vision of creating healthy and engaged communities, we promote health and quality of life for people of every age, background, ethnicity, gender identity and socio-economic circumstances. Rooted in social justice values, we believe that everyone deserves quality care, support and respect.
Position Summary
This Nurse Practitioner role at Klinic on Campus delivers comprehensive health care services to students and staff at the University of Winnipeg. This includes the full-spectrum of primary care with a significant focus on mental and reproductive health. This position provides assessment, orders and interprets screening and diagnostic tests, makes diagnosis, provides therapeutic intervention, prescribes medication, and completes referrals and consults. The position is also responsible to support student and staff wellness through health promotion teaching and/or workshops. As the only on-site medical professional, a comfort with independent practice is important.
Qualifications:
Minimum of 2 years experience in Community Health and/or Primary Health Care and/or Public Health and active registration in the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba in the RN � Extended Practice Register
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
Current CPR certification
Valid drivers license, access to a vehicle may be required
Knowledge of community resources
Working knowledge of basic computer usage and Microsoft Office
Demonstrated effective communication skills
Experience in development and evaluation in Health Promotion and Education programs as asset
Responsibilities: Assessment
Systematically obtains health histories, performs comprehensive health assessments and exams.
Identifies health needs and risks, establishes urgency and establishes plan of care. Diagnosis
Orders, conducts and interprets diagnostic and relevant screening procedures.
Synthesizes data from health history, physical exam and diagnostic tests to formulate appropriate differential medical diagnoses. Clinical Management
Manages common primary health care problems (acute minor illnesses and stable chronic conditions) within her/his scope of practice.
Provides information, education, support and advocacy to clients.
Follows current clinical practice guidelines.
In collaboration with the patient and physician as needed, discusses and identifies appropriate management approaches, including prescriptive treatment, non- prescriptive therapies and minor invasive procedures. Evaluation
Identifies the need for care outside the scope of nurse practitioner practice and consults/ refers appropriately
Evaluates, reassesses and modifies plan of care as necessary and provides appropriate follow up using home visits, telephone calls, appointments and referrals as necessary.
Program/Agency
Attends staff meetings.
Charts appropriately in accordance with Klinic policies.
Fosters collaborative relationships with Klinic staff as is necessary to ensure an interdisciplinary approach to meeting health care needs.
Networks with other health care providers and professional agencies to enhance quality of care. Acts as an agency representative as requested
Assists in program development
Records statistics as required.
Assists with orientation, training and supervision of new staff and students.
Performs surveillance of health indicators and evaluates the effects of clinical outcomes and selected interventions.
Influences and contributes to the development of policies, protocols, education and research in the agency.
Contributes to the professional advancement of RN - EPs and educates the public about the role of RN - EPs.
Participates in training courses in order to maintain and improve quality of services
Promotes team, program functioning and integration
Liaises with other service organizations and participates on external working groups/committees as required, conducts presentations promoting Klinic�s services.
Participate in formal self-evaluations by identifying strengths and limitations.
Seek appropriate supervision of own actions.
Performs other duties as may be assigned, not exceeding above stated qualifications.
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract Contract length: 9 months Part-time hours: 20 per week
Salary: $49.00-$60.00 per hour
Benefits:
Company pension
Dental care
Disability insurance
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
Vision care Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day start date: 2022-09-06
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A Nurse Practitioner is responsible for providing patient care, including emergency, diagnostic, as well as pre-and post-operative care. Nurse Practitioners can administer vaccinations and prescribe medication for common ailments. Nurse Practitioners may also order laboratory tests, X-rays, and other diagnostic procedures. It is common for Nurse Practitioners to work in a health clinic, a family doctor’s office, a hospital, or a similar setting.
Nurse Practitioner skills and qualifications
A successful Nurse Practitioner has various prerequisite skills and qualifications required for the duties performed in this job. They must possess soft skills like empathy and communication in order to ensure patients are receiving the best care. Some of these may include:
Communicating and collaborating with patients and their families about treatments, health diagnoses, self-care, and prevention
Collaborating with other interdisciplinary health care professionals
Critically assessing and evaluating health research literature
Leading and working with a team
Identifying and responding to legal or ethical issues that could arise during patient care
Supervising others and providing feedback
Nurse Practitioner experience requirements
Look for Nurse Practitioners with at least two years of recent and relevant nursing experience. For unique or challenging environments, you may prefer candidates with over five years of experience. Candidates should have leadership experience and demonstrate their ability to care for others.
Nurse Practitioner training and education
Candidates for a Nurse Practitioner role must have completed a nursing program from an accredited Canadian post-secondary school. Typically, a Nurse Practitioner gets a master’s degree or other extended primary healthcare nursing education. Make sure the candidate is a member of a regulatory body such as the Association of Registered Nurses of Prince Edward Island or the College of Nurses of Ontario. Candidates with an Extended Class standing are well-qualified.
Nurse Practitioner salary expectations
According to Indeed Salaries, average pay for a Nurse Practitioner in Canada is $52.62 per hour. Wages can vary depending on experience, demand, location, and the company that is hiring.
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When reviewing resumes for a Nurse Practitioner, look for a candidate who has work experience in a similar environment. This is especially true when working with a particular type of patient or demographic, like children. In that case, candidates need specific experience. Candidates need to be registered with the regulatory body in your province or territory. They can do this online, but Registered Nurses need to provide a valid certificate to show their membership with the regulatory board.
What makes a good Nurse Practitioner job description?
A good job description for a Nurse Practitioner includes the type of environment the candidate will work in. The job description should also include what kind of shifts the candidate can expect. If the role is to take place in a family practice with more responsibility, be sure to note that in the job description and ask for leadership skills. Also, if there are any specific diseases or groups of people the Nurse Practitioner will work with daily, it’s important to include that.
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