Nurse Practitioner

Job Title: Nurse PractitionerDepartment: Integrated Health Services Program: Primary Care/Falls PreventionStatus and Hours: Regular Part-time, 21 hrs/week Pay scale: $63.395/hour to $74.593/hourReports to: Director of Integrated HealthcareDeadline: Until Filled This position is an existing vacancy. Benefits include: •    4 weeks vacation plus other leave entitlements•    Extended Group Health benefits•    Flexible Health & Wellness Spending Account•    HOOPP Who are we?   Pinecrest-Queensway Community Health Centre is an innovative, community-based, multi-service centre. We strive to meet the needs of the diverse communities we serve. We work in partnership with individuals, families, and communities to achieve their full potential, paying particular attention to those who face barriers to care due to race, gender, income and/or ability. PQCHC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. If at any stage in the selection process, you require accommodation due to a disability, please let us know the nature of the required accommodation. Job Summary The Nurse Practitioner works as part of two unique teams, the Primary Care Team and the Falls Prevention Team. The Primary Care team works as a multi-disciplinary health team to provide primary care services to individuals and families residing in the. The Nurse Practitioner functions as the Primary Care Provider, working autonomously to full scope managing their own panel of clients in accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) standards.  The Falls Prevention Team provides community-based care (e.g. home visits) in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary health care team, including physio, occupational therapist and nurse. The Nurse practitioner will work in the provision of individual client medical assessments as it relates to falls and fall prevention. Job Specific Responsibilities for Primary Care: •    The NP works independently, serving as the Most Responsible Provider for a dedicated panel of clients, with access to physician consultation as appropriate. •    Diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic conditions across the lifespan, including for older adults in a community / home setting. •    Collaborate with physicians, registered nurses, allied health professionals, and social services staff to deliver team-based care and recommendations. •    Conduct comprehensive health assessments, develop and review care plans, and provide direct clinical services. •    Order and interpret diagnostic investigations, prescribe medications, and coordinate referrals to specialists and community resources. •    Educate clients on disease prevention, health promotion, and chronic disease management.  Participates in community education sessions promoting falls prevention. •    Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record in accordance with professional and organizational standards. •    Participate in team meetings, case conferences, quality improvement, and continuing professional development activities. •    Support clients experiencing health inequities linked to the social determinants of health, such as income, housing, and employment.  Qualifications  •    Master's degree in Nursing and current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) in the Extended Class (NP-PHC or NP-Adult). •    Minimum of two (2) years of experience practicing as a Nurse Practitioner, ideally in a primary care or community health setting. •    Demonstrated experience or strong interest in working with one or more of PQCHC's priority populations: newcomers and refugees, older adults, 2SLGBTQ+ and gender-diverse clients, and people experiencing health inequities linked to the social determinants of health, such as income, housing, and employment. •    Experience in a community setting desirable. •    Demonstrated commitment to and knowledge of community-based health care. •    Technology proficiency an asset – PS Suite EMR, Microsoft Office Suite. •    Flexible hours, including evenings. •    Vehicle and license requirements. •    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. •    Linguistic profile: Bilingual English/French is an asset. •    Other languages an asset.