Ona-pcnp (Ec) - Emergency - Kitchener, Canada - Grand River Hospital

Grand River Hospital

Verified Company

Kitchener, Canada

2 days ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Union:
ONA Nursing

Location:
KW Campus

Work Type:
Full Time

Shift:
ONA 2D 2N

Summary:

The Nurse Practitioner is an integral member of the emergency health care team in the provision of comprehensive health care services.

The Primary care nurse practitioner demonstrates autonomy by assuming and having sole accountability and the authority to independently communicate a diagnosis, prescribe drugs and a range of diagnostic tests within the scope of practice.

Responsibilities:

The key responsibilities to achieving the NP purpose include: utilizing and demonstrating advanced clinical knowledge, critical thinking and decision making skills to assess, diagnose, plan and effectively manage the patient.

The focus of the NP is to implement strategies that promote health and prevent illness, lead, develop and implement professional development activities / programs that support quality of work life and patient outcomes.

**Qualifications: - Completion of a recognized Bachelors degree program in Nursing, Masters preferred

Completion of a postbaccalaureate certificate program in Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner
Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as RN(EC)
Membership in Nurses Association of Ontario organizations relevant to the role
Current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support
Five (5) years experience in ED/Acute care preferred
Five (5) years experience in Emergency Services preferred
Experience in and or understanding of nursing research, program planning and evaluation methodology
Ability to perform duties in a professional and courteous manner and produce high quality work while meeting deadlines in accordance to GRH standards
Exercise initiative and good judgment with ability to multitask
Compliance with confidentiality requirements
Effective organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
Demonstrated coaching, mentoring skills as well as superior presentation and consultative skills
Knowledge of applicable legislative, GRH and/or departmental standards
Client service oriented, ability to effectively work with diversity and appreciate differences in opinions, backgrounds and characteristics
Ability to work in a fast paced environment
Excellent customer service skills
Commitment to collaborative practice
Ability to utilize information technology
Good attendance record

APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED UNTIL THE POSTING IS CLOSED.
Grand River Hospital is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices.

We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to:

racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community.

We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment. Grand River Hospital is a proud member of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI).