Nurse Practitioner

Lakeridge Health; Whitby; On-site; CAD 107,000 - 112,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation during recruitment

Job summary

Lakeridge Health in Whitby seeks a Nurse Practitioner for the Eating Disorders Clinic within the Mental Health & Addictions program. The NP will provide ongoing primary care to adolescents and adults, diagnosing, ordering tests, and prescribing within scope.

The ideal candidate holds an NP program credential, Ontario Extended Class registration, and has experience in mental health and eating disorders. This temporary part-time role emphasizes collaboration and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario in the Extended Class.
• Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act of Ontario.
• Training and experience in general mental health and related prescribing preferred.
• Training and experience in eating disorders with both adolescent and adult populations preferred.
• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills to work on an inter-professional team.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing primary care services to adolescents and adults with eating disorders.
• Autonomously diagnose, order and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Prescribe pharmaceuticals and perform procedures within scope of practice.
• Deliver direct patient care focusing on health promotion and safety.
• Participate in regular team meetings and discharge decisions.
• Liaise with community-based and hospital providers; advocate for clients and families.
• Participate in inter-professional patient and family conferences as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Interprofessional teamwork

Organizational skills

Independent judgment

Consultation skills

Advocacy

Education

Completion of a recognized Nurse Practitioner program

Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario - Extended Class

Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner preferred

Mental Health Act of Ontario knowledge

Experience in general mental health and prescribing preferred

Experience with eating disorders in adolescent and adult populations preferred

Satisfactory performance record

Job description

ONA

Job Title: Nurse Practitioner

Status: Temporary Part Time

Department: Eating Disorders Clinic

Program: Mental Health & Addictions

8 Hour Shifts, days Schedule (Subject to Change)

Location: Lakeridge Health Whitby

Wage Schedule: $77.490 - $81.450 per hour

Posting Reference: 2600002884

Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that’s inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health!

Working as a member of the inter-professional team of the Eating Disorders Program, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) will provide ongoing primary care services to adolescents and adults with eating disorders. The NP is responsible for: autonomously diagnosing, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests; prescribing pharmaceuticals and performing specific procedures within the legislated scope of practice; , and providing direct patient care focusing on health promotion and maximizing clients' safety and function during their participation in program services; actively participating in regular team meetings and in discharge decisions, liaising with community based and hospital providers, advocating on behalf of clients and their families and participating in inter-professional patient and family conferences as needed.

This position is ideal for a NP with an interest in the assessment and treatment of eating disorders which are complex and multidimensional in nature and often involve comorbid conditions. The successful candidate will also participate in program development and evaluation and will have opportunities to participate in professional development and continuing education to maintain clinical competence and to maintain optimal quality of care to clients

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of a recognized Nurse Practitioner program
• Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner preferred
• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario in the Extended Class;
• Working knowledge of the Mental Health Act of Ontario;
• Training and experience in the area of general mental health and related prescribing preferred;
• Training and experience in the area of eating disorders with both adolescent and adult populations preferred;
• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively on an inter-professional team and with community partners;
• Effective organizational skills;
• Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgement and to assess situations and problems efficiently and effectively;
• Proven strong consultation skills;
• Committed to client-focused philosophy;
• Must have satisfactory performance record;
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-services in this area

At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail] .

Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Lakeridge Health are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. Lakeridge Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team is actively engaged in the Recruitment and Selection process to ensure a fair and thorough assessment of applicants.

Lakeridge Health thanks all those who apply, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and the Ontario Nurses Association (RN Bargaining Unit Local 051).

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.