Nurse Practitioner

Company: Aboriginal Health Centre

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 Hamilton, 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 center.   
• 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. 

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.