Position Summary:
The HF Connecting Health Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic (the “Clinic”) provides culturally competent primary health care services with a focus on mental health through collaborative services, education, advocacy and research. Working closely with the Clinical Director, interdisciplinary health professionals and the administrative team, the Nurse Practitioner will be responsible for providing direct patient care.
Major Job Responsibilities:
I. Clinical Function
1. Provide comprehensive clinical health assessments, diagnosis, nursing care and services to clients (individuals, families and groups) to promote healthy lifestyle and to prevent and/or reduce the incidence of disease and disability at the clinic and in the clients’ homes.
2. Manage care for patients with both episodic and chronic illnesses and assist in addressing both medical and psychosocial needs.
3. Work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary health team to provide comprehensive primary care to patients while demonstrating a high degree of emotional quotient, empathy and clinical expertise.
4. Develop, implement and evaluate medical directives.
5. Provide regular reports and updates regarding client care practices, trends, challenges and proposed solutions.
6. Develop and implement individualized plans of care based on patient needs, independently or in consultation with a collaborating physician and other members of the clinical team.
II. Other Responsibilities:
1. Participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of the clinic’s quality improvement plan.
2. Develop collaborative relationships with local Nurse Practitioners and the regional NPAO chapter to support patient care needs, networking, resource sharing, and compliance with the College of Nurses of Ontario Quality Assurance requirements.
3. Liaise directly or coordinate another team member to link with community service organizations, agencies and hospitals to support the development of a primary health care network and reciprocal referral relationships.
4. Participate in the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of treatment, education, counseling and health promotion programs and services for individuals, families, and the community.
5. Participate in clinical projects and studies as required.
6. Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to work evenings and weekends as required.
7. Performs other related duties as assigned.
8. Participates in staff development, training and meetings as appropriate.
Work Conditions:
1. Full-time, 37.5 hours per week.
2. Travel within the community may be required.
3. Able to work flexible work hours, including some evenings and weekends
Benefits:
1. Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
2. Extended health benefits & dental plan
3. Continuing education and professional development opportunities
4. Paid time off
Education and other Professional Requirement:
1. Current certificate as a Nurse Practitioner – RN (EC - Primary Care).
2. Bachelor of Science in Nursing required. Master of Nursing preferred.
3. Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
4. Current registration with the NPAO.
5. Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS).
6. A satisfactory result of Vulnerable Sector Police Record Check is a required.
Experience:
1. 3-5 years of nursing experience in a community, hospital or primary care setting. Home-based care experiences an advantage.
2. Experience with electronic medical record system (preferably Telus PS Suites).
3. Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and a multi-cultural setting.
Skills and other Requirements:
1. Strong English written and verbal communication skills; proficiency in Mandarin/Cantonese is considered as a strong asset.
2. Proficient in the use of electronic medical record systems, Microsoft applications and drug database programs.
3. Mental health and acute care experience is considered an asset.
4. Valid Ontario G or G2 Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle are required.
5. Knowledge of provincial health policy.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk and hear. The employee is required to type on a keyboard and use a mouse. The employee is often required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
The employee is required to walk up two sets of stairs. At times, the employee may be required to lift and carry approximately 1-7 lbs. of materials. The employee is occasionally required to do heavy lifting.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. The noise level of the work environment is usually low.
For employees who provide direct service to patients and their families while working off-site, they are to take all reasonable precautions to ensure their own safety and that of their patients.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From $125,843.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Education:
- Master's Degree (preferred)
Language:
- Cantonese (required)
- Mandarin (required)
Work Location: In person
