Nurse Practitioner

Island Health; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Canada is seeking a Nurse Practitioner responsible for comprehensive patient assessments, initiating treatments, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. The role requires registration with the BC College of Nurses and a minimum of two years of recent clinical experience. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and leadership skills to effectively engage with patients and health professionals. This position hints at a strong focus on continuous improvement in patient care and health service delivery.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse Practitioner with BC College of Nurses and Midwives.
• Two years of relevant clinical nursing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Comprehensive assessment and diagnosis of patients.
• Initiate treatment and prescribe medications.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary health care team.

Skills

Communication and collaboration

Critical assessment of health research

Health trend assessment

Leadership and teamwork

Supervision and evaluation

Knowledge transfer and mentoring

Legal and ethical response

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing NP registrant

Two years of recent clinical nursing experience

Job description

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

The Nurse Practitioner is responsible and accountable for the comprehensive assessment of patients/clients/residents including diagnosing diseases, disorders and conditions. The Nurse practitioner initiates treatment including health care management, therapeutic interventions and prescribes medications in accordance with the statutory and regulatory standards, limits and conditions, policy and guidelines. The Nurse Practitioner provides professional guidance to other health professionals and practices autonomously and interdependently within the context of an interdisciplinary health care team, making referrals to physicians and others as appropriate.

This position collaborates with patients/clients/residents and other members of the interdisciplinary team to identify and assess trends and patterns that have implications for patients/clients/residents, families and communities; develops and implements population and evidence based strategies to improve health and participates in policy-making activities that influence health services and practices. The position participates in peer review and self review to evaluate the outcome of services at the patient/client/resident, community and population level.

Qualifications

Education, Training And Experience

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing NP registrant and two (2) years of recent, relevant clinical nursing experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate and collaborate with patients/clients/residents and families about health findings, diagnosis, treatment, self-care and prognosis.
• Ability to collaborate, consult with and formally refer patients/clients/residents to physicians and other health professionals when appropriate.
• Ability to critically assess and evaluate health research literature to determine best practices and introduce education and evidence based research.
• Ability to assess and recognize population health trends and plan and implement strategies for population based prevention and health promotion.
• Ability to implement and evaluate planned change.
• Ability to supervise others and evaluate the care they deliver.
• Ability to lead a team and work within a team.
• Ability to self‑direct, interact, and adapt effectively with other professionals in complex, dynamic situations.
• Ability to transfer knowledge, teach, coach and mentor others.
• Ability to identify and respond appropriately to legal and ethical issues that may arise in patient/client/resident care.
• Ability to self‑assess performance and assume responsibility and accountability for own professional development, educational or consultative assistance when appropriate.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Link to Full Job Description

https://jd.viha.ca/JD2111.pdf