Position Title: Nurse Practitioner (2 Temporary Positions)

Organization: Windsor Essex Community Health Centre (weCHC), Leamington site (33 Princess St)

Classification: Temporary Full-Time (35 hours/week)

Salary Range: $66.32 – 72.63 / Hour

Position Type: Maternity Leave Backfill, up to 16-month contracts

At weCHC, we’re more than a workplace — we’re a purpose-driven team passionate about creating healthier communities. Our work supports a diverse population, often with complex and unique needs, and we meet this challenge with compassion, innovation, and commitment. Whether you’re looking to grow your career or take the next step in a meaningful role, weCHC offers the chance to contribute to something bigger, alongside colleagues who value collaboration, inclusion, and belonging.

What We Offer

A dynamic and supportive work environment

A comprehensive employment package supporting your health and wellbeing, which may include the following based on employment status:

Professional development opportunities

Wellness and Personal days

Employee Assistance Program

HOOPP (Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan)

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION
The primary focus of the Nurse Practitioner is to conduct assessments and work with the inter-skilled team to provide care and treatment of health conditions. As a key member of the team, the Nurse Practitioner will:

Perform assessment, diagnosis and treatment, health education/counselling and other clinical activities according to the College of Nurses of Ontario standards of practice for Registered Nurses in the Extended Class (NPs)



as well as the Medical Directives of the weCHC

Participate in active outreach in the region/community to assist client’s access to primary health care and serve as a connection to community physicians/inpatient services in hospitals

Work collaboratively with consulting physician and the health care team to provide optimal care

Provide clinic assessments addressing the physical and emotional needs of clients with multiple co-morbid conditions

Contribute to chart documentation as per college standards, participate in chart reviews and case conferences

Make referrals to support client needs and goals

Initiate the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of treatment, education, counselling and health promotion programs and services as appropriate

Implement appropriate strategies by working with the inter-professional team using a client centered approach

Actively participate in the teaching/learning process with clients, families, students and team members about best practice and evidence-based care

Perform other duties that support the mission and vision of the organization and/or as assigned based on position responsibilities and/or site requirements.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED





Minimum 1-2 years experience as an Extended Class Nurse Practitioner working with vulnerable clients

Experience working with mental health and addictions is an asset.

Experience in a community health setting or combination of community health and hospital or public health settings

Strong attention to patient-centred care and establishing therapeutic relationships required

Demonstrated ability to work in an inter-professional team environment required

Strong communication and excellent interpersonal skills, combined with good analytical, problem solving, organizational and administrative skills

Proficient in the use of computers and various software applications

Clean driver’s abstract, current, valid Class “G” Driver’s License and reliable transportation to support travel across Windsor-Essex County and the province, as required

Bilingual (English/Spanish) language skills a strong asset.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS

Undergraduate and/or Graduate degree in Nursing from a recognized University

Qualified to provide care to clients across their lifespan

Member in positive standing in the Extended Class with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Member in good standing with the Nurse Practitioner’s Association of Ontario (NPAO) and/or Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (RNAO)

Training and/or certification related to mental health and addictions recommended considered an asset

Experience with phlebotomy

Completion of a Police Clearance and Vulnerable Sector Check prior to commencing employment.

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📌 Nurse Practitioner (Ontario)
🏢 Windsor Essex Community Health Centre
📍 Ontario