Nurse Practitioner (np)

Northern Health; Fraser Lake; On-site; CAD 149,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Mentorship opportunities

Flexible scheduling options

Orientation and clinical support

Professional development funds after 6

Moving expense support

Four weeks vacation

Job summary

Northern Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join Fraser Lake’s Community Health Centre in a full-time role. You will deliver comprehensive primary care across ages, with a focus on longitudinal care and supporting urgent care as part of the team.

You will work with family physicians, patient care assistants and an integrated team to provide high-quality, culturally safe care in a rural community setting. EMR documentation and PAS attachment are part of daily duties.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible for registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Experience in primary care and opioid agonist therapy is expected.
• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide longitudinal primary care to a diverse patient population.
• Collaborate with family physicians and other health professionals.
• Participate in rotational outreach travel 1-2 days per month.
• Utilize EMR for documentation and care coordination.
• Attach patients per PAS guidelines

Skills

Nurse Practitioner registration

Primary care experience

Opioid agonist therapy

Independent practice

Team collaboration

Cultural safety

Education

Master's degree in Nursing (NP)

BCCNM registration eligibility

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Position Summary

The Opportunity

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Nurse Practitioner to join our collaborative team in Fraser Lake. This full-time position offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive primary care services to patients of all ages, with a focus on longitudinal care and supporting urgent/emergency care as a member of the team. The NP will work closely with family physicians, patient care assistants, and an integrated professional team to deliver high-quality, culturally safe care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide longitudinal primary care to a diverse patient population.
• Collaborate with family physicians and other health professionals in a collegial and supportive environment.
• Participate in rotational outreach travel (1-2 days/month) to the local communities.
• Use Electronic Medical Records (EMR) for documentation and care coordination.
• Attach patients per the Provincial Attachment System (PAS) guidelines

Qualifications & Skills

• Eligible for registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Demonstrated experience in primary care and opioid agonist therapy.
• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to culturally safe and trauma-informed care.

About the Community

The community of Fraser Lake is surrounded by lakes and rivers which stem from the top of Mouse Mountain, one of the village's most prominent landmarks. Known for fishing and outdoor activities, Fraser Lake is also known as the White Swan Capital of the world for the hundreds of migratory trumpeter swans that settle there each winter. The lake covers 54 square kilometers and is a hub for outdoor recreation, including fishing, boating, and hiking. Only 160km west of the larger community of Prince George.

About the Health Centre

Fraser Lake Community Health Centre is a full-scope Family Medicine Clinic; with outreach to clinics in surrounding area.

• 4 Outpatient Bays
• Emergency stabilization and transfer (to Vanderhoof or Prince George)
• Lab and Medical Imaging -ECHO coming soon
• Diagnostic and treatment centre, closed on weekends, statutory holidays
• No after hour call required
• Very supportive environment, love to welcome new grads starting out in their careers

Salary Range

• New Graduate NP - $149,382
• 1 Year Experience - $156,851
• 2 Years Experience - $164,320

Incentives & Support

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Supportive team environment with mentorship opportunities
• Flexible scheduling options.
• Comprehensive orientation and ongoing clinical support.
• Professional development funds are available based on a learning plan after 6 months of work.
• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
• Four weeks of vacation with one year of continuous service

Qualfications

Education and Experience

• -Completion of BCCNM approved Master's degree level nurse practitioner program.
• -Eligible for registration as a Nurse Practitioner with British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Knowledge, 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.