Nurse Practitioner, Atrial Fibrillation (Afib) Clinic

Providence Health Care; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 145,000 - 161,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading health care organization in Vancouver is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join their Atrial Fibrillation Clinic. This part-time position focuses on delivering patient-centered care through comprehensive assessment, treatment, and collaboration with health professionals. Candidates must hold valid registration and relevant clinical experience. The role offers competitive hourly pay along with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

State-of-the-art facilities

Inclusive culture

Comprehensive health benefits package

Qualifications

• Recent relevant clinical nursing experience required.
• Must be eligible for appointment to the Providence Health Care Department of Nurse Practitioners as Medical Staff.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat patients/clients/residents for various health conditions.
• Collaborate with health care team and social service providers.
• Prescribe medications according to regulations and employer policies.
• Participate in research and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Ability to communicate and collaborate

Ability to critically assess health research

Ability to supervise others

Ability to lead a team

Ability to identify legal and ethical issues

Education

Current registration as a Nurse Practitioner

Completion of Basic Cardiac Life Support Course, Level C

Job description

Salary range (hourly): CAD $59.56–$85.62 per hour.

Overview

Are you passionate about cardiac care and ready to make a lasting impact on patients’ lives? Our Atrial Fibrillation Clinic is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to join our multidisciplinary team focused on delivering exceptional, patient-centered care.

Reporting to the Nurse Practitioner Department Head for professional issues and to the Program Director for operational issues, the Nurse Practitioner is responsible and accountable for comprehensive assessment of/clients/residents, diagnosing diseases, disorders, and conditions, initiating treatment, prescribing medications in accordance with statutory and regulatory standards, and practicing autonomously within an interdisciplinary health care team. The role collaborates with patients and other health professionals to identify trends, develop population strategies, participate in peer review, and influence health policy.

Note: This is a temporary part‑time opportunity with an expected end date in February 2026.

Education

Current registration as a Nurse Practitioner with the British Columbia College of Nursing Professionals and recent relevant clinical nursing experience. Completion of the Basic Cardiac Life Support Course, Level C. Eligible for appointment to the Providence Health Care Department of Nurse Practitioners as Medical Staff.

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; ability to introduce education and evidence-based research.
• Ability to assess and recognize population health trends; ability to 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/resident/client care.
• Ability to self‑assess performance and assume responsibility and accountability for own professional development, educational or consultative assistance when appropriate.

Benefits

• A competitive salary: The salary range for this position is CAD $145,739–$160,312 annually, depending on experience.
• Growth opportunities: We welcome individuals at all stages of their career, offering opportunities for professional development and growth.
• State-of-the-art facilities: The new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will be the most innovative approach to integrated care in B.C. and Canada, designed to address future health needs. It will open in 2027.
• Inclusive culture: We respect the diversity, dignity and interdependence of all persons. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population.
• Meaningful impact: Your dedication and expertise will directly impact the lives of our patients.
• Comprehensive health benefits package including dental, vision, life insurance and pension.

Your Day to Day

• Diagnose and treat previously undiagnosed patients/clients/residents for undifferentiated diseases, disorders, and conditions within scope; write orders, provide first-line emergency care and continuous care.
• Monitor ongoing care, order appropriate diagnostic investigations, interpret results and analyze information to monitor progress and plan treatment.
• Establish priorities for management of health; provide follow-up treatment; communicate with patients/clients/residents and families about findings, diagnoses, outcomes and prognoses; support and counsel patients/clients/residents.
• Collaborate and consult with physicians, the health care team and social service providers to determine appropriate resources; develop and implement treatment plans; may admit and discharge patients/clients/residents to facilities according to bylaws.
• Prescribe drugs within statutory and regulatory standards and employer policies.
• Assign work to other nursing and health care personnel; evaluate work, provide education and supervision as necessary; hire staff and evaluate performance.
• Participate in research and quality improvement to advance patient/client/resident care and population health.
• Maintain population health focus by implementing screening and health promotion activities for at-risk populations.
• Participate in education of nurse practitioner students and other health care professionals through preceptorship, role modelling and knowledge exchange.
• Develop, implement and evaluate policies and procedures related to nursing, interdisciplinary care and health system practices.
• Complete Encounter Records to evaluate Nurse Practitioner implementation as required by the Ministry of Health.
• Perform other duties as required.

We acknowledge that Providence Health Care and the new St. Paul’s Hospital site is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.