Nurse Practitioner – Community Health Backfill (Temporary)

weCHC; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 66,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Wellness and Personal days

Employee Assistance Program

HOOPP (Healthcare of Ontario Pension)

Job summary

The Windsor Essex Community Health Centre (weCHC) in Leamington seeks a Nurse Practitioner for maternity leave backfill. Two temporary full-time positions, 35 hours per week, to provide primary health care within an inter-professional team.

Responsibilities include assessments, diagnosing and treating health conditions, coordinating care with physicians, conducting outreach, and contributing to health promotion efforts.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience as an Extended Class Nurse Practitioner with vulnerable clients.
• Experience with mental health and addictions is an asset.
• Experience in community health settings or related environments.
• Strong emphasis on patient-centred care and therapeutic relationships.
• Active membership or eligibility with nursing/regulatory bodies is required or recommended.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and treatments per NP standards and clinical directives.
• Engage in outreach to improve access to primary health care.
• Collaborate with physicians and inter-professional team for optimal care.
• Address physical and emotional needs of clients with multiple conditions.
• Document and review chart information per standards; participate in case conferences.
• Make referrals to support client needs and goals.
• Contribute to health promotion programs and patient education.
• Support teaching and learning with clients, families, and students.

Skills

Inter-professional teamwork

Patient-centered care

Therapeutic relationships

Mental health awareness

Education

Bachelor’s/Graduate degree in Nursing

Licensed to practice as NP (Extended Class)

CNO/Extended Class registration

NPAO/RNAO membership recommended

Job description

The Windsor Essex Community Health Centre (weCHC) in Leamington seeks a Nurse Practitioner for maternity leave backfill. Two temporary full-time positions, 35 hours per week, to provide primary health care within an inter-professional team.

Responsibilities include assessments, diagnosing and treating health conditions, coordinating care with physicians, conducting outreach, and contributing to health promotion efforts.