nurse practitioner

*INTRODUCTION:* The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario in the Extended Class and will work within the scope of practice of the RN-EC provided by the CNO. As a member of our shared care primary care team in Hamilton, they will support the provision of primary care services to the patients of De dwa da dehs nye>s Aboriginal Health Centre (DAHC). Our medical clinic offers excellent administrative support, opportunities for professional growth and development, partnerships with specialists, inter-professional care and outreach services, as well as a collaborative and supportive work environment. *REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:* · Provide direct patient care within the full scope of nursing practice providing accessible, culturally safe, comprehensive, and effective care to patients of the health center. · Provide care that focuses on prevention, chronic disease management, acute and episodic care. · Willingness and ability to provide safe home visits for patients facing barriers to accessing care in the clinic. · Application and understanding of approaches to care that respect wholistic health and well-being, with an openness to the unique needs and beliefs of each individual. · Provide coverage for other clinicians as needed. · Works as part of an interdisciplinary team. *STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS:* · Maintains competence and knowledge relevant to current nursing practice and has Nurse Practitioner Extended Class registration in good standing from the College of Nurses. · Minimum 5 years? work experience in a health care setting in a direct care provision role. Experience working in primary care setting an asset. · Experience working with Indigenous community members an asset. · Knowledge of First Nations, Metis and Inuit culture and communities, as well as the social determinants of health that have the greatest impacts. · Proficient in navigating PSSuites EMR-Electronic medical records and maintaining records in a timely, efficient and effective manner. · Previous experience with prenatal care / infants / children, would be an asset · Knowledge of and practical application of relevant privacy and confidentiality legislation · Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both written and verbal · Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work both as part of a team and independently · Clear vulnerable sectors check is required. Pay: $71.27 per hour Benefits: * Casual dress * Company events * Company pension * Employee assistance program * Flexible schedule * On-site parking * Paid time off Flexible language requirement: * French not required Ability to commute/relocate: * Hamilton, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience: * Nursing: 5 years (required) * ? Experience working with Indigenous community members: 1 year (required) Licence/Certification: * registration with college of nursing in Ontario (required) Work Location: In person