25 Aug
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AgeCare
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London
1 ‑ Temporary Full Time ‑Nurse PractitionerPain ClinicsRepostedThis vacancy is Reposted. Candidates who have previously appliedfor this position are required to resubmit their application.It is a condition of this posting that your home unit canaccommodate your temporary absence in the eventyou are successful.Why Join Us?- ImpactfulWork: Your leadershipwill directly influence the quality of care provided to our patients and the efficiency of our operations, in a valuesbased team workplace.- CompetitiveCompensation: We offer acomprehensive benefits package and competitive salary to attract top talent.- Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP): We are proud toparticipate in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP),offering our employees the security and peace of mind that comes with having access to a pensionplan. We understand the importance of financial well‑being and believethat a robust pension recognizes ouremployees, like you, and provides a stable foundation for your future as partof our overall compensationpackage. When you join, you automatically contribute to the Plan each payperiod. As your employer, we alsocontribute $1.26 for every dollar you contribute.Joining our team means that you will be an integral part ofachieving our mission, vision and values.Our Mission:We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported andadvanced by research, innovation and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples ofNorthwestern Ontario.Our Vision:Exceptional care for every patient, every time.Our Values:Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, AccountabilityAbout the role:The Hospital strives to deliver care that is centred on patientsand families. Patient and Family Centred Care (PFCC)is the provision of care that is respectful of, and responsive to individual patient/family preferences, needs, and valuesand ensures that those values guide all decisions. Creating a caring environment for patients and families ensurescontinuity of care and fosters a learning environment. Applicantsare required to have a demonstrated knowledge,understanding and commitment to this care philosophy.The Nurse Practitioner (NP) works within the framework of nursing as member of the interprofessional healthcareteam to provide and enhance acute pain management for inpatients.As the Acute Pain Service (APS) is anAnesthesiologist directed and consultation based team, the NPworks cohesively and in collaboration with the APSAnesthesiologist.
The NP role will focus primarily on clinical practice requiring advanced clinical assessment, clinicalreasoning, pharmacology, and communication skills to formulate anoptimal acute pain management plan. The NPwill also provide leadership to support the incorporation of and adherence to evidence based interdisciplinary acutepain management practices within the APS team itself as well as throughout the organization.The Nurse Practitioner reports primarily to the Director ofSurgical and Ambulatory Care services with a matrixreporting relationship to the Chief Nursing Officer, and accountability to the Chief of Anesthesiology. Care isprovided within the scope of practice of an RN (EC) and as outlined in the APS NP collaborative practice agreement,any care that that is outside of the NP legislated scope of practice will be authorized through the use of medicaldirectives and direct orders. Anesthesiologist(s) will partnerwith the NP routinely and provide direction related todevelopment, implementation and amendment of patient care plans.NP practice addresses the five domains ofAdvanced Practice Nursing: Clinical Practice, Collaboration, Research, Leadership, and Change Agent. Thepercentage of time dedicated to each of these domains is variable,based on the program needs and will evolve withthe program.Employment Requirements:- Unencumbered registration as a Registered Nurse in the ExtendedClass (EC) with the College of Nurses of- Membership in NPAO or RNAO required- Successful completion of Graduate Studies- Minimum 3 years recent nurse practitioner experience in an acutecare setting during past 5 year period.- Demonstrated commitment to the principles of the Patient andFamily Centred Care model- Clinical knowledge and expertise in acute pain management(epidurals, PCA, etc.)- Knowledge of the research process and ability to apply researchto clinical practice- Previous adult education and program development,
implementationand evaluation experience- Robust leadership ability and highly developed interpersonalskills- Ability to manage and work collaboratively within aninterprofessional team- Ability to be flexible and adapt positively to constantlychanging situations- Excellent communication, negotiation and conflict resolutionskills- Strong organizational, critical thinking and problem solvingskills- High level of initiative and self direction- Knowledge of local and regional issues related to chronic pain- Ability to plan, manage and implement change effectively- Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional education- Proficient in computer applications and software such as GroupWise, Microsoft Office, Powerpoint and ExcelSalary Range: $68.680 to 76.140The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety andsecurity of the patients, visitors, employees and assets financial and otherwise. All offers of employment to externalcandidates shall be conditional upon: a satisfactoryVulnerable Sector Check (VSC) where indicated, to ensure theabsence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof offull vaccinations approved by Health Canada to Occupational Health& Safety. Candidates will have demonstratedadherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct. Regular attendance atwork is imperative, therefore, all applicants willhave to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered forthis position.We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, andaccessible environment supporting diversity in our workenvironment to provide quality care where all feel valued,respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building aworkforce reflective of the communities in which we live and serveand encourage Indigenous people, visibleminorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and self‑identify.Upon request, accommodations due to a disabilityare available throughout the selection process. Additionally weare identified as an English/French speaking healthsciences centre and encourage bilingual candidates to apply.If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, theHospital may, at their discretion, train unqualifiedInterested applicants must submit a resume outlining relevantprevious experience and training no later than 11:59p.M. on Thursday, 27 August, 2026.Internal applicantsmay apply via the job posting page on the iNtranet. External applicantsmust apply through ourHelp This page displays details of the selected vacancy.You can download the job specification, apply for the job or add it to your job basket while you consider it further (or remove it if it is already in your job basket).#J-18808-Ljbffr
📌 1648: Nurse Practitioner (London)
🏢 AgeCare
📍 London