INTRODUCTION

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario in the Extended Class and will work within the scope of practice of the RN-EC provided by the CNO.As a member of our shared care primary care team in Hamilton, they will support the provision of primary care services to the patients of De dwa da dehs nye>s Aboriginal Health Centre (DAHC).Our medical clinic offers excellent administrative support, opportunities for professional growth and development, partnerships with specialists, inter-professional care and outreach services, as well as a collaborative and supportive work environment.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

- Provide direct patient care within the full scope of nursing practice providing accessible, culturally secure, comprehensive, and effective care to patients of the health center.
- Provide care that focuses on prevention, chronic disease management, acute and episodic care.
- Willingness and ability to provide safe home visits for patients facing barriers to accessing care in the clinic.
- Application and understanding of approaches to care that respect wholistic health and well-being, with an openness to the unique needs and beliefs of each individual.
- Provide coverage for other clinicians as needed.
- Works as part of an interdisciplinary team.

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS

- Maintains competence and knowledge relevant to current nursing practice and has Nurse Practitioner Extended Class registration in good standing from the College of Nurses.




- Minimum 5 years’ work experience in a health care setting in a direct care provision role. Experience working in primary care setting an asset.
- Experience working with Indigenous community members an asset.
- Knowledge of First Nations, Metis and Inuit culture and communities, as well as the social determinants of health that have the greatest impacts.
- Proficient in navigating PSSuites EMR-Electronic medical records and maintaining records in a timely, efficient and effective manner.
- Previous experience with prenatal care / infants / children, would be an asset
- Knowledge of and practical application of relevant privacy and confidentiality legislation
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both written and verbal
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work both as part of a team and independently
- Clear vulnerable sectors check is required.

INTERESTED APPLICANTS

Nya:weh / Miigwetch to all applicants. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Preference is given to candidates of Indigenous Decent.

100% Organization Paid Benefits

- Health Benefits
- Employee Critical Illness Insurance
- Employee Life AD&D; Insurance
- Travel Accident Insurance
- Business Travel Life and Disability Insurance
- Long Term (LTD) Benefit
- Dependent Life Insurance

Retirement Benefits

- Hospitals of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOP) with Immediate Eligibility

Other Benefits

- 4 weeks’ Vacation (to start) annually
- 12 Personal Days annually

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📌 Nurse Practitioner (Hamilton)
🏢 De dwa da dehs nye>s Aboriginal Health Centre
📍 Hamilton