Job ID #32056: Nurse Practitioner - Repost

Hamilton Insurance Group, Ltd.; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Hamilton seeks a Nurse Practitioner to provide primary health care in collaboration with residents, families and an interdisciplinary team at Macassa Lodge. The NP will educate, lead and advocate for residents within a geriatric care setting.

Responsibilities include assessments, episodic care, chronic disease management and promoting healthy living, while aligning with Ministry standards and organizational goals. A driver’s licence is required after hire.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate in Nursing is required.
• Current Registration, in good standing, with the College of Nurses as Registered Nurse in the Extended Class.
• Gerontological Nursing education/certification is an asset.
• Knowledge of primary health care issues, chronic disease management, behavioural health in older adults and palliative care in long-term care facilities.
• Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of computers is necessary.
• Ability to prioritize and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to welcome and manage change innovatively.
• Proven leadership, organizational, analytical and communication skills.
• Commitment to ongoing learning.
• Valid Class “G” Driver’s Licence is required after hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical care in geriatrics to residents.
• Collaborate with Medical Director, Attending Physicians and the interdisciplinary team.
• Perform comprehensive assessments including functional and mental status.
• Educate residents, families and staff about health care.
• Promote health and optimal functioning for residents.
• Contribute to Quality Improvement initiatives in the home.
• Work in compliance with Health and Safety policies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Prioritization

Leadership

Education

Baccalaureate in Nursing

RN in the Extended Class

Gerontological Nursing (asset)

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

• Job ID #32056: Nurse Practitioner - Repost
• Union: ONA Local 50 Lodges
• Job Description ID #: 6486
• Close date: October 28th, 2026.
• Duration: (1) Permanent Full-Time
• Vacancy type: This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada’s largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometers of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees. Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #BeTheReason

The Healthy & Safe Communities Department is committed to its people and is dedicated to building a strong and healthy community. We are passionate about making a difference and are recognized for our excellence. We offer a respectful and supportive workplace that provides life-long learning opportunities, leadership, innovation and performance excellence.

We are looking for high performing public servants who are interested in experiencing a challenging, rewarding, enjoyable, and fulfilling career. The successful candidate will demonstrate an ability to provide excellent client service in a respectful, courageous, empathetic, just and ethical manner. Your ability to set and achieve personal goals, professional goals and contribute to the goals of the organization will result in high job satisfaction.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) for Macassa Lodge is responsible for providing or facilitating resident centred, primary health care in collaboration with the resident, family and interdisciplinary team. The Nurse Practitioner will be an educator, consultant, leader and advocate to the residents, families and interdisciplinary team.

GENERAL DUTIES

Using advanced clinical skills the NP will provide direct clinical care, education, consultation and treatment in the area of geriatrics to support our residents in the Home who may experience acute episodic and/or chronic health conditions.

Partner with the Medical Director, Attending Physicians, Interdisciplinary Care Team and the Leadership team at the Home to enhance the circle of care for our complex elderly residents and their families.

Work autonomously and collaboratively to provide individual, person-centred and evidenced based health care to residents within our Home.

Perform complete, in-depth and comprehensive assessments including functional and mental status assessments in accordance with expectations outlined in the Fixing Long-Term Care Act or as necessitated by resident condition, family request or team referral.

Report changes in chronic illness to the physician or Medical Director

Episodic care for common primary care conditions, in conjunction with Medical Director, attending physician and the interdisciplinary team.

Assess, advise and treat regarding common conditions experienced by the elderly.

Monitor chronic medical conditions, in conjunction with the Medical Director, to maximize resident function and to maintain compliance with Ministry of Long-Term Care standards for Long-Term Care.

Assess for, recommend and/or implement strategies to promote health and optimal level of functioning for residents at the Home.

Assess the need for and provide education to residents, families and staff.

Promote healthy lifestyle choices.

Participate in the Homes’ ongoing Quality Improvement initiatives and programs.

Perform other duties as assigned which are directly related to the responsibilities of the position.

Work in accordance with the provisions of applicable Health and Safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Baccalaureate in Nursing.

2. Current Registration, in good standing, with the College of Nurses as Registered Nurse in the Extended Class.

3. Additional education, experience and/or certification in Gerontological Nursing are an asset.

4. Knowledgeable about primary health care issues, chronic disease management, behavioural health in older adults and palliative care in long term care facilities.

5. Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal and communication skills.

6. Demonstrated ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team.

7. Knowledge and familiarity with use of computers is necessary.

8. Demonstrated ability to prioritize and work effectively in a fast paced environment.

9. Demonstrated ability to welcome change and manage it both effectively and innovatively.

10. Proven leadership skills, strong organizational, analytical, conceptual and communication skills.

11. Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning.

THIS POSITION REQUIRES A VALID CLASS “G” DRIVER’S LICENCE AND PROOF THEREOF IS REQUIRED AFTER HIRE.

THE INCUMBENT SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICIES AND PRACTICES FOR THIS POSITION AND THE WORKPLACE.

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Disclaimer:

Be advised that Human Resources frequently audits resumes of internal/external applicants to ensure/validate information provided is consistent and trustworthy.Falsification of information provided at any time throughout the recruitment process may be grounds for disqualification, and for internal applicants, subject to discipline up to and including termination.

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The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes.Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship. If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.