Nurse Practitioner

Job summary

Assess patients, diagnose conditions, order and interpret tests, prescribe medications, and develop and monitor treatment and care plans. Educate and counsel patients, coordinate referrals, collaborate with healthcare teams, maintain clinical records, and contribute to quality improvement and mentorship.

Job details

Company Description Catalyst Health Solutions Inc. is an award-winning private nursing and medical clinic based in Paradise, Newfoundland, with services and medical professionals across Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, and throughout Canada. Founded in 2016, the organization has become a key healthcare partner in the community and province. Catalyst Health Solutions Inc. is dedicated to transforming healthcare delivery in Newfoundland and Labrador through innovative, patient-centered services. The clinic actively advocates for continuous improvement and efficiency to help preserve socially delivered, publicly funded healthcare. Team members join a mission-driven environment focused on collaborative care and meaningful impact on patient outcomes. Pay CA$55.00 - CA$65.00 per hour Job Description Catalyst Health Solutions is a progressive healthcare company providing private nursing and medical support services throughout Newfoundland and Labrador and across Canada. We are seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to join our growing team. Job Purpose The Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive health assessment and care to patients and their families. Working independently and within a multidisciplinary team, the Nurse Practitioner diagnoses conditions, prescribes medications, orders and interprets diagnostic tests, evaluates treatments, and provides follow-up care within their scope of practice. Key Responsibilities Perform comprehensive health assessments, including health histories and physical examinations. Order, interpret, and communicate laboratory and diagnostic test results. Diagnose medical conditions and initiate, adjust, and monitor treatment plans. Prescribe and administer medications within scope of practice. Provide patient education, counselling, health promotion, and disease prevention services. Develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate plans of care. Make referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers as appropriate. Collaborate with healthcare team members involved in patient care. Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation. Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits, incident reviews, and case reviews. Support students, RN Prescribers, and new Nurse Practitioners through mentorship and preceptorship opportunities. Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and KPI data collection activities. Qualifications Completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner program. Current registration in good standing with the appropriate regulatory college. Minimum 2-3 years of experience in primary healthcare or family practice. Strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment. Current First Aid, CPR, and BLS certification. ACLS is considered an asset. Working Conditions Primarily day shifts based on a 40-hour work week, with occasional evenings and weekends as required. This is an in-clinic position providing direct patient care in a primary healthcare setting. Scheduling flexibility required to meet patient and program needs. Fast-paced healthcare environment with occasional urgent situations. Occasional travel to off-site locations may be required. Work Location: In person

What you’ll do

Assess patients, diagnose conditions, order and interpret tests, prescribe medications, and develop and monitor treatment and care plans. Educate and counsel patients, coordinate referrals, collaborate with healthcare teams, maintain clinical records, and contribute to quality improvement and mentorship.

Requirements

Requires completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner program, current registration in good standing, and 2–3 years of primary healthcare or family practice experience. Candidates must have First Aid, CPR, and BLS certification, with strong communication and clinical reasoning skills; ACLS is an asset.

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• Mentorship · Preferred
• interdisciplinary collaboration · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Health Assessment
• Physical Examination
• Diagnostic Test Interpretation
• Clinical Diagnosis
• Treatment Planning
• Medication Prescribing
• Patient Education
• Counselling
• Health Promotion
• Disease Prevention
• Care Coordination
• Clinical Documentation
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration
• Critical Thinking
• Problem-Solving
• Mentorship

Job areas

• Healthcare