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Calian is proud to continue a long-standing contractual relationship with the Department of National Defence (DND) to provide healthcare services to the Canadian Armed Forces. Through the Health Care Provider Contract, Calian employs health care professionals across Canada who are integral to supporting the health and wellbeing of our military members. Position Overview Calian is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to add to our clinical team working CFB Wainwright in Alberta. This is a full time opportunity. The Nurse Practitioner functions as an essential member of the health care team in the provision of comprehensive, multidisciplinary, collaborative primary health care services to Canadian Armed Forces members. These services include primary care, occupational, minor trauma care, health promotion, prevention of diseases, women's health, diversity health, injuries, rehabilitation, and support services. Please as me about our sign on bonus or financial assistance with relocation or if you have any questions at [email protected]. Responsibilities Performs comprehensive health assessments using sound clinical judgment, diagnostic and therapeutic skills. Practices autonomously and is solely accountable for his/her actions while practicing. Consults with physicians or other health care professionals when the client’s condition requires care beyond the scope of NP practice. Makes appropriate medical employment limitation recommendations in accordance with the Surgeon General’s guidelines. Prescribes medications and orders x-rays, ultrasounds, and lab tests in accordance with the Standards of Practice for RNs in the Extended Class Implements strategies to promote health and prevent illness with individuals, families or groups. Collaborates on the management of Members with stable chronic illnesses (such as diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia, and asthma) through a predetermined referral process. Refers patients to other providers or programs according to the patient’s need. Qualifications Licensed and in good standing with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta One year of post graduate experience working either in a Primary Care Clinic or Acute Care setting required Basic Life Support for Health Providers or CPR/AED Level C Additional Requirements You will be able to obtain a Government Security Clearance at the Reliability level Compensation $80 - $90 hourly plus possible sign on bonus Vacancy We have one available position # Perks And Benefits Weekday hours, 7:30am – 4pm – no evenings or weekends Generous allotment of time for booked appointments Collaborative multidisciplinary team Easy access to onsite specialists and support services Motivated patient population Comprehensive Health and Dental Benefits Package for applicable full time positions

What you’ll do

The Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive, multidisciplinary primary health care services to Canadian Armed Forces members. Responsibilities include performing health assessments, prescribing medications, and managing stable chronic illnesses.

Requirements

Candidates must be licensed with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta and have at least one year of post-graduate experience in primary or acute care. BLS or CPR/AED Level C certification and the ability to obtain Government Security Clearance are required.

Benefits

• Sign on bonus • Relocation assistance • Weekday hours • Comprehensive health and dental benefits package

Other relevant skills

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• Comprehensive health assessments
• Primary health care
• Prescribing medications
• Diagnostic skills
• Therapeutic skills
• Chronic illness management
• Occupational health
• Minor trauma care
• Health promotion
• Disease prevention

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Government & Public Sector