Nurse Practitioner

Interior Health Authority; Clearwater; Presencial; CAD 106.000 - 116.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive remuneration

Career growth

Employer-funded training

Generous vacation

Health benefits

Pension plan

Work-life balance

Descripción de la vacante

Interior Health Authority seeks two Permanent Full-Time Nurse Practitioners to deliver comprehensive primary care in Clearwater and surrounding communities. You will practise autonomously as MRPs within an interdisciplinary team, managing chronic disease, preventive care, and episodic care across primary care settings.

The role emphasizes cultural safety, patient-centred care, and collaboration with family physicians and allied teams.

Formación

• Must hold Nurse Practitioner designation and be eligible for BC registration.
• Experience in primary care and chronic disease management.
• Ability to work autonomously within an interdisciplinary team.
• Commitment to culturally safe, patient-centred care, including Indigenous populations.

Responsabilidades

• Provide comprehensive primary care as MRPs in attached patient panels.
• Manage chronic diseases and provide preventive care.
• Offer urgent and episodic primary care; LTC/SSU/Respite follow-up.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals.

Conocimientos

Autonomous practice

Chronic disease management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Indigenous health awareness

Educación

NP designation

Herramientas

EMR systems

Descripción del empleo

Interior Health is seeking two Permanent Full-Time Nurse Practitioners to join the Clearwater Integrated Rural Care Model, providing comprehensive, longitudinal primary care to residents of Clearwater and surrounding North Thompson communities, including rural and Indigenous populations.

Working within an interdisciplinary team, the Nurse Practitioners will practise autonomously as Most Responsible Providers (MRPs) for attached patient panels, providing full-scope, culturally safe and patient-centred care. Responsibilities include chronic disease management, preventive care, urgent and episodic primary care, hospital discharge follow-up, and ongoing care for patients in Long-Term Care (LTC), Short-Stay Units (SSU) and Respite services.

The NPs will collaborate closely with family physicians, nursing, Mental Health and Substance Use, Home and Community Care, Indigenous Health, allied health professionals, and community partners. Care will be provided primarily through the Clearwater primary care clinic, with opportunities for virtual care and planned outreach to surrounding rural communities, supporting improved access and continuity across care settings.

This is an exciting opportunity to practise to full NP scope within an evolving rural healthcare model that values autonomous practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, cultural safety, and strong community relationships. Participation in an interdisciplinary NP/Physician LTC/SSU/Respite on-call group may be required, with a minimum 1-in-4 rotation where applicable. The positions are focused on primary care and does not include acute inpatient coverage.

Clinic: Clearwater Primary Care Clinic, Clearwater, BC

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 08:30-16:30 (statutory holidays not worked)

Salary Range: $76.61–$84.27 per hour. Interior Health establishes salaries within the minimum and maximum of the salary range based on consideration of the applicant's qualifications and experience.

What We Offer

• Competitive Remuneration: Enjoy a rewarding salary and benefits package designed to recognize and value your experience and dedication.
• Exceptional Career Growth: Take advantage of excellent opportunities for professional development, advancement, and training to support your career aspirations.
• Employer-Paid Training & Education: Access ongoing learning opportunities with employer-sponsored training to help you stay at the forefront of your profession.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Benefit from employer-paid vacation and time off, allowing you to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance. We offer paid annual vacation starting at 4 weeks (20 days) up to a maximum of 7 weeks (35 days).
• Comprehensive Health Benefits: One of Canada's top benefits packages, includes medical service plan, extended health & dental coverage, and employer-paid insurance premiums, disability, and life insurance, ensuring you and your family are well taken care of.
• Retirement Savings: You may be eligible to contribute to the Municipal Pension Plan (MPP), which is one of the best in Canada, and will help you secure your financial future.
• Work-Life Balance: We believe in supporting our employees with flexible schedules and a healthy work-life balance to ensure both professional and personal success. We provide options for maternity &/or paternity leave top-up.

Why Join Us?

Be Part of a Thriving, Supportive Team: Join a dynamic healthcare team that values collaboration, mutual support, and shared success. Work alongside passionate professionals who are committed to providing exceptional care and making a difference every day.

Make a Real Impact: Your expertise will directly influence the health and well-being of our patients, clients, and residents, as well as positively impact health outcomes. You'll have the opportunity to create lasting change and improve lives.

Endless Growth & Development: We are deeply invested in your professional growth. Enjoy ongoing opportunities for continuous learning, skill development, and leadership roles that will help you advance in your career and reach your full potential.

Collaborative, Interdisciplinary Environment: Thrive in an inclusive, team-oriented setting where diverse perspectives are valued. You'll collaborate with healthcare professionals from various disciplines, creating an environment rich in learning and innovation.

Work-Life Harmony: We prioritize your well-being by offering flexibility and a healthy work-life balance, so you can excel both professionally and personally.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnosis and Treatment: Assess and diagnose undifferentiated diseases and conditions, provide treatment, and prescribe medications in line with the Nurse Practitioner's scope of practice and regulatory standards.
• Care Management: Monitor ongoing care, order diagnostic investigations, interpret results, and develop tailored treatment plans to optimize patient outcomes.
• Patient Communication: Establish care priorities, provide follow-up treatment, and communicate effectively with patients and families about diagnoses, care plans, and prognoses.
• Collaboration and Consultation: Work closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to assess, diagnose, and create individualized treatment plans. May also admit and discharge patients as per organizational policies.
• Prescribing Medication: Prescribe medications within legal and regulatory guidelines, ensuring the safe and effective use of pharmaceutical treatments.
• Leadership and Supervision: Lead and guide other nursing and healthcare personnel. Provide education, supervision, and performance evaluations to support professional development.
• Research and Innovation: Contribute to research aimed at enhancing patient care and advancing nursing practices. Participate in initiatives to influence healthcare policies and population health strategies.
• Health Promotion: Lead health promotion activities and screenings, focusing on at-risk populations to prevent illness and promote well-being.
• Education and Mentorship: Facilitate interdisciplinary education through case presentations, mentoring, and collaboration in clinical and community settings. Support continuous learning and knowledge sharing.
• Policy Development: Develop, implement, and evaluate policies related to nursing, interdisciplinary care, and health system practices.
• Palliative and Long-Term Care: Serve as the most responsible provider for patients in palliative, hospice, and long-term care settings when required.
• Safety and Compliance: Adhere to Occupational Health and Safety guidelines to maintain a safe and healthy work environment. Ensure compliance with training and incident investigation protocols.
• Additional Responsibilities: Perform other duties as necessary to support patient care and organizational goals.

Honouring Interior Health's commitment to Truth and Reconciliation and the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA), and Pursuant to Section 42 of the BC Human Rights Code, preferential consideration and/or hiring will be given to qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit)