Executive Director, Nurse Practitioner

NPAworldwide; Tecumseh; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking an Executive Director – Nurse Practitioner to oversee clinical services and lead operational initiatives in Tecumseh, Ontario. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in clinical settings, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to health equity. Responsibilities include managing staff, ensuring quality improvement, and engaging with the community. This role requires a Master's degree in nursing and registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.

Qualifications

• Current registration and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (NP–Primary Health Care).
• 5+ years of clinical NP experience in primary/community care.
• 3+ years of leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee primary care delivery and maintain a clinical caseload.
• Supervise and mentor NPs and other clinical staff.
• Translate strategic priorities into operations.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Mentorship

Community engagement

Quality improvement

Interprofessional teamwork

Education

Graduate degree (Master’s level) in nursing or health discipline

Tools

EMRs (PSSuites)

Job description

Overview

Reporting to the Board, the Executive Director – Nurse Practitioner is accountable for clinical service delivery, professional practice standards, interprofessional team leadership, and quality improvement. This is a dual role that combines maintaining a clinical caseload with leading the clinic’s strategic and operational initiatives. The position plays a key role in advancing health equity, strengthening community partnerships, and fostering a collaborative, inclusive workplace culture.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Leadership: Oversee primary care delivery, maintain a clinical caseload, develop clinical policies, and champion evidence-based practice.
• Team Management: Supervise, mentor, and coach NPs, RNs and other clinical staff; lead recruitment, onboarding, and performance management.
• Strategic Alignment: Translate strategic priorities into operations in collaboration with the Executive Director – Administration.
• Quality Improvement & Governance: Lead annual Quality Improvement Plans, monitor KPIs, ensure compliance with regulations, and report to the Board and Ontario Health.
• Community Engagement: Build strong relationships with system partners, advocate for nurse practitioner-led care, and support health promotion initiatives.

The Ideal Candidate

• Current registration and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (NP–Primary Health Care).
• Graduate degree (Master’s level) in nursing or a related health discipline.
• 5+ years of clinical NP experience in primary / community care settings.
• 3+ years of leadership experience.
• Experience in an interprofessional primary care team.
• Proven expertise in clinical governance, mentorship, and quality improvement.
• Strong knowledge of Ontario’s primary care system, social determinants of health, and equity-focused practices.
• Demonstrated ability to lead anti-racist, anti-oppressive initiatives and engage effectively with priority populations.
• Proficiency in EMRs (PSSuites) and clinical data tools preferred.
• In-depth understanding of the NPLC model.
• Commitment to the Alliance for Healthier Communities.