Nurse Practitioner - Timmins, ON, Canada - Timmins Economic Development Corporation

Description

As a key member of the TAFHT, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) will deliver care in accordance with TAFHT policies, medical directives and professional practice standards, and according to regulations set out by the College of Nurses of Ontario. The NP will ensure that the primary care needs of patients under their care are met. This full-time position will allow the NP to work autonomously, with a strong focus on primary care. This position is full time, working 37.50 hours/week, services will be provided in Timmins with occasional travel to Gogama. Travel is during work hours and travel funding provided.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide primary care to patients.
• Conduct periodic examinations and risk assessments that may include care of at-risk populations, wellness exams, pap tests, breast exams, pediatric care, and immunizations.
• Monitor the ongoing therapy of patients with chronic stable illness by providing effective pharmacological, complementary, or counseling interventions.
• Maintain accurate, concise, and confidential EMR documentation pertaining to patient history and encounter data.
• Recommend and arrange for specialist referrals and appointments.
• Collaborate with other multidisciplinary team members and external partners.
• Participate in a broad range of health promotion and chronic disease management processes, programs, and patient education (group and individual) in collaboration with multidisciplinary team members (as needed).
• Manage supply of medication samples and emergency medications.
• Participate in ongoing quality monitoring and improvement.
• Communicate ideas and concerns to the team and participate in problem-solving.

Education, Qualifications and Skills

• Registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario with a Registered Nurse Extended Class (RNEC).
• CPR certification and current driver's license.
• Excellent health assessment and clinical skills and analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated ability in utilizing the nursing process in planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care.
• Knowledge and proficiency in current, evidence-based methods and practices of primary care delivery, with an emphasis on health promotion, risk reduction and chronic disease management.
• Leadership, organization, time management, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize, manage time effectively and be flexible in a highly active constantly changing work environment.
• Proficiency in the use of computers and information technology is required including the use of electronic medical records (EMR), Practice Solutions preferred.
• Must adhere to all TAFHT Policies and Procedures.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be able to travel within the community on a regular basis.
• As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination.

The above responsibilities are not to be considered all inclusive; and may be assigned other related duties in the interest of efficient operations of the Family Health Team.

For more information on our team and for a copy of the job description please visit our website at

TAFHT offers a health and dental benefits plan, HOOPP, vacation and other time off.

We thank all applicants for their interest in TAFHT, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

TAFHT supports diversity, equity and a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including women, visible minorities, aboriginal persons and persons with a disability. Personal information contained in applications will be used for recruitment purposes and collected as per Freedom of Information (F.O.I.) And Protection of Privacy Act, 1987.

TAFHT is committed to improving access and opportunities for individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require a specific accommodation during the application, interview or recruitment stage, please contact our office at , or by email at human- noting Accessibility Inquiry in the subject line, in order for appropriate accommodations to be made.

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