Nurse Practitioner - Family Practice & Community Outreach

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Ladysmith; On-site; CAD 106,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority is seeking a Nurse Practitioner in Ladysmith, BC to provide comprehensive patient assessments, diagnose conditions, and manage treatment in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice and safe, patient-centered care across multiple sites.

The NP will initiate health care management, prescribe medications within regulatory standards, and contribute to population health strategies while supporting patients and families

Qualifications

• Registered NP with BC College of Nurses and Midwives
• Two years of recent, relevant clinical nursing experience
• Ability to communicate and collaborate with patients and families
• Ability to consult with physicians and other health professionals
• Ability to critically assess health research and apply evidence-based practices

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive assessment and diagnose health conditions
• Initiate treatment and prescribe medications within regulatory standards
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to plan and provide care
• Identify trends to improve population health and participate in policy-influencing activities

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Critical appraisal

Leadership

Mentoring/teaching

Education

BC College of Nurses and Midwives registration

Job description

Vancouver Island Health Authority is seeking a Nurse Practitioner in Ladysmith, BC to provide comprehensive patient assessments, diagnose conditions, and manage treatment in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice and safe, patient-centered care across multiple sites.

The NP will initiate health care management, prescribe medications within regulatory standards, and contribute to population health strategies while supporting patients and families