Essex County Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic

Position: Executive Director, Nurse Practitioner Preferred

SUMMARY

Built on the values of Respect, Patient/client-centred Care, Professional Leadership, Community Relationships, Partnerships, and having a Multi-Disciplinary Team, the Essex County Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic strives to maintain and improve the health and well-being of patients and clients through team-oriented, team-based Nurse Practitioner-Led holistic care.

Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinics (NPLCs) are an, innovative model for the delivery of comprehensive primary health care in Ontario and Canada. The model is designed to improve access to care for the thousands of individuals and families who do not currently have a primary healthcare provider. One of the unique aspects of the model is the incorporation of nursing leadership within an interprofessional team.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is responsible for leading the administration and strategic plan of the organization while directing the organization’s operational activities.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership and Navigation

· Establish an organizational structure to ensure the fulfilment of ECNPLC’s mission, vision, and strategic plan of the organization.

· Advance the mission and vision of the organization by working effectively with government and key stakeholders in the healthcare system.

· Manage, direct, and coordinate management personnel and monitor the quality performance and delivery of all health care services.

· Guide the development and implementation of strategic priorities and develop strategies to mitigate risks and improve patient/client care.

· Provide expertise, feedback,



and guidance to ensure best practice methodologies are applied to patient/client-focused projects and initiatives.

· Act as a role model and champion for continuous improvement by coaching and assisting team members and employees to communicate change effectively.

Human Resources Management and Operations

· Accountable for service delivery outcomes, finances, human resources, fund development, and overall operations of the organization.

· Ensure that policies, procedures, reports, and overall record keeping are in compliance with all relevant legislation and regulations.

· Keep up to date with all health and safety, and employment standards as well as Health Department regulations.

· Consciously create an employee-oriented workplace culture that emphasizes diversity, quality, compassion, collaborative efforts, continuous improvement, workplace satisfaction, key employee retention and development, high performance, and ongoing personal development.

· Represent the organization at the community planning level and liaise with various healthcare organizations, government, and media.

· Participate when needed in any labour relations matters, including grievances, committee meetings and negotiations.

Board Support

· Responsible for the regular creation, revision, and implementation of clinical policies and procedures, including appropriate delegation of this responsibility to staff.

· Plan, develop,



and present monthly/quarterly budgets and status reports for the Board of Directors.

· Required attendance and participation at staff meetings, Board meetings, committee meetings, and to provide reports as required to the Board of Directors.

· Communicate Board directions and policies to staff and execute all decisions and directives made by the Board of Directors.

· Provide support to the Board of Directors and its committees by communicating relevant concerns or issues in a timely manner.

Clinical Practice

· The Executive Director will be provided with 0.5 days per week to undertake clinical work outside the ECNPLC to maintain professional licensure.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

· Master of Science in Nursing/Master of Nursing, Nurse Practitioner preferred.

· Minimum 5 years' experience at a senior or executive level, specifically in the health services sector.

· Member in good standing and license to practice without restriction with the College of Nurses of Ontario is required.

· Current BCLS Certificate.

· Current proof of professional liability insurance.

· Strong operational and change management skills, with the ability to build relationships across clinical, functional, and financial areas.

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to build trust and relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

· Energetic leader who is inclusive and humble with a high level of integrity, ethics, and empathy.

Pay: $115,007.00-$130,449.00 per year

Benefits

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off

Education:
- Master's Degree (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Executive Director, Nurse Practitioner Preferred (Essex)
🏢 Essex County Nurse Practitioner Led Clinic
📍 Essex