Nurse Practitioner (NP)

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Position Summary The Opportunity Northern Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join the Fort St. John Primary Care team. This Full-time position offers flexibility and the chance to provide longitudinal primary care to patients of all ages. The NP will attach a patient panel and contribute to a collaborative, culturally safe care environment supported by physicians, other nurse practitioners, primary care assistants, and an interprofessional team. Key Responsibilities Deliver longitudinal primary care to a diverse patient population. Use Electronic Medical Record (EMR) for documen…

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Position Summary The Opportunity Northern Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join the Fort St. John Primary Care team. This Full-time position offers flexibility and the chance to provide longitudinal primary care to patients of all ages. The NP will attach a patient panel and contribute to a collaborative, culturally safe care environment supported by physicians, other nurse practitioners, primary care assistants, and an interprofessional team. Key Responsibilities Deliver longitudinal primary care to a diverse patient population. Use Electronic Medical Record (EMR) for documentation and care coordination. Collaborate with a supportive team of physicians, nurse practitioners, and allied health professionals. Participate in team-based care and contribute to quality improvement initiatives. Qualifications & Skills Eligible for registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a Nurse Practitioner. Experience in primary care across the lifespan. Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Commitment to culturally safe and trauma-informed care. About the Clinic The Fort St John Primary care facility located in Fort St. John. The clinic has a team of family physicians and MOAs and shares its location with other clinics where Nurse Practitioners work. Northern Health’s approach to person and family-centered care involves creating health care teams, which include your doctor or nurse practitioner and other health care professionals, to provide a range of health care services. The quality-of-care increases by providing continuity of care over time and across settings and will result in better long-term health outcomes. Salary Range: New Graduate NP - $149,382 1 Year Experience - $156,851 2 Years Experience - $164,320 Incentives & Support Competitive compensation and benefits. Supportive team environment with mentorship opportunities Flexible scheduling options. Comprehensive orientation and ongoing clinical support. Professional development funds are available based on a learning plan after 6 months of work. Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions Four weeks of vacation with one year of continuous service Qualifications Education and Experience - Completion of BCCNM approved Master’s degree level nurse practitioner program. - Eligible for registration as a Nurse Practitioner with British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM). Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Ability to communicate and collaborate with patients/clients/residents and families about health findings, diagnosis, treatment, self-care and prognosis. - Ability to collaborate, consult with and formally refer patients/clients/residents to physicians and other health professionals when appropriate. - Ability to critically assess and evaluate health research literature to determine best practices; ability to introduce education and evidence-based research. - Ability to assess and recognize population health trends; ability to plan and implement strategies for population-based prevention and health promotion. - Ability to implement and evaluate planned change. - Ability to supervise others and evaluate the care they deliver. - Ability to lead a team and work within a team. - Ability to self-direct, interact, and adapt effectively with other professionals in complex, dynamic situations. - Ability to transfer knowledge, teach, coach and mentor others. - Ability to identify and respond appropriately to legal and ethical issues that may arise in patient/resident/client care. - Ability to self-assess performance and assume responsibility and accountability for own professional development, educational or consultative assistance when appropriate. Competition #: 05755845 Employee Type: PERMANENT FULL TIME Bargaining Unit: NON-CONTRACT Facility: FSJ PRIMARY CARE CLINIC Location: Fort St. John, BC Department: FSO NP PCN Reports To: REGIONAL DIRECTOR, NURSE PRACTITIONER Close Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Listed skills

• Health · Preferred
• Time · Preferred
• collaborative · Preferred
• Development · Preferred
• assessment · Preferred
• Client · Preferred
• Decision Making · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Flexible · Preferred
• Mentorship · Preferred
• Quality Improvement · Preferred
• Resident · Preferred

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