Nurse Practitioner, Emergency

Njoyn; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Pembroke Regional Hospital is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide holistic, patient-centered care within an interdisciplinary health team. The NP will diagnose, order and interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe pharmaceuticals and perform procedures in line with CNO standards.

The hospital serves Pembroke and surrounding communities, emphasizing lifelong learning, compassionate care, and teamwork. Current CNO Extended Class-Adult registration (or in progress) and ACLS are required, with 2+

Qualifications

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) in the Extended Class-Adult (or registration in progress)
• ACLS certification
• Successful completion of the CNO approved Controlled Substances education
• Minimum of two (2) years’ recent working experience in an Emergency Department
• Experience working as a nurse practitioner an asset
• Advanced health assessment and clinical skills with sound clinical judgment
• Ability to respond to rapidly changing clinical conditions
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team setting
• Knowledge, sensitivity and expertise in the care of seniors
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Excellent organizational and problem solving abilities
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Computer and information technology literacy
• Comply with confidentiality policy of institution and profession
• Comply with accountability requirements for profession
• LEAN ideology for continuous improvement
• Must meet attendance standards of the Hospital
• Bilingualism preferred (French/English)

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage patient conditions
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests
• Prescribe medications and perform procedures
• Collaborate within an inter-professional health team
• Provide holistic, patient-centered care to diverse populations

Skills

Advanced health assessment

Clinical judgment

Diagnostic skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Inter-professional teamwork

Seniors care expertise

Confidentiality

LEAN mindset

Attendance standards

Bilingual: English/French

Education

CNO registration (Extended Class-Adult)

ACLS certification

Controlled Substances education

Nurse Practitioner credential

Tools

Computers & IT literacy

Job description

An integral part of the interdisciplinary health team, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) will take a holistic view of the patient’s needs, abilities, and resources. The NP would demonstrate advanced knowledge, skill, and judgment in providing care to patients that is consistent with CNO Practice Standards as well as competencies defined by the Canadian Nurses Association. This includes the authority to diagnose, order and interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe pharmaceuticals and perform procedures.

Pembroke Regional Hospital serves the diverse health care needs of residents of Pembroke and the surrounding communities. In accordance with our mission, vision and values, and following catholic tradition we strive to provide safe, quality care in a compassionate and caring setting. We respect the rights of our patients to be treated with dignity and respect, and believe that patients are an integral part of the health care team. As leaders in health care delivery, we are committed to life long learning, continuous improvement and healthy living.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) in the Extended Class-Adult(or registration in progress)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Successful completion of the CNO approved Controlled Substances education
• Minimum of two (2) years’ recent working experience in an Emergency Department
• Experience working as a nurse practitioner an asset
• Advanced health assessment and clinical skills combined with sound clinical judgement and diagnostic skills relevant to dealing with a wide variety of health concern
• Demonstrated ability to respond appropriately to rapidly changing clinical condition
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in a team setting, and to effectively communicate and collaborate in an inter-professional team context
• Demonstrated knowledge, sensitivity and expertise in the care of seniors
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Excellent organizational and problem solving abilities
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Computer and information technology literacy
• Comply with confidentiality policy of institution and profession
• Comply with accountability requirements for profession and by Regulated Health Professions Act
• Embodies the LEAN ideology by actively and continually seeking opportunities for continuous improvement
• Must have demonstrated ability to meet the attendance standards of the Hospital
• Bilingualism preferred (French/English)

Pembroke Regional Hospital values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process please contact the Human Resources Assistant at [e-mail]. We thank all candidates for their interests; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position, if unionized, and any appointments are subject to the terms and conditions of the Union group's Collective Agreement.