Nurse Practitioner - (211114)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to join their team. This role involves comprehensive patient assessments, initiating treatment plans, and collaborating with a diverse healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, leadership abilities, and a commitment to evidence-based practices. You will play a key role in enhancing patient care and health outcomes while participating in policy-making activities. If you are passionate about making a difference in the healthcare sector, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and initiate treatment plans.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to improve health outcomes.
• Engage in policy-making and evaluate service outcomes.

Skills

Effective communication

Collaboration

Health research evaluation

Population health assessment

Leadership skills

Adaptability

Teaching and mentoring

Legal and ethical understanding

Self-assessment

Physical ability

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

OSCE completion

Two years of clinical nursing experience

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 shared responsibility. The requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in this position.

Position Overview

The Nurse Practitioner is responsible and accountable for comprehensive assessments of patients/clients/residents, including diagnosing diseases, disorders, and conditions. The Nurse Practitioner initiates treatment, including healthcare management, therapeutic interventions, and prescribing medications, in accordance with statutory and regulatory standards, limits, conditions, policies, and guidelines. They provide professional guidance to other health professionals and practice autonomously and interdependently within an interdisciplinary healthcare team, making referrals to physicians and others as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with patients/clients/residents and interdisciplinary team members to identify and assess trends and patterns affecting health outcomes.
• Develop and implement population and evidence-based strategies to improve health.
• Participate in policy-making activities influencing health services and practices.
• Engage in peer review and self-review to evaluate service outcomes at individual, community, and population levels.

Qualifications

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing NP, successful completion of the OSCE, and two years of recent, relevant clinical nursing experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Effective communication and collaboration with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Ability to assess and evaluate health research literature and incorporate evidence-based practices.
• Ability to assess population health trends and develop prevention and health promotion strategies.
• Competence in implementing and evaluating planned changes.
• Leadership skills to supervise and evaluate care delivery by others.
• Ability to work within a team and adapt to complex situations.
• Knowledge transfer, teaching, coaching, and mentoring abilities.
• Understanding of legal and ethical issues in patient care.
• Self-assessment and accountability for professional development.
• Physical ability to perform duties.

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