Nurse Practitioner
About the role
Job Posting Number:
J0526-0592
Job Title:
Nurse Practitioner
Job Category:
Nursing
Unit:
Substance Use Day Treatment
Job Type:
Permanent Full Time
Open Positions:
1
City, Province, Country:
Cornwall, Ontario, Canada
Date Posted:
May 19, 2026
Available Shifts:
Day Shift Monday through Friday - Schedule subject to change
Evening Shift Monday through Friday - Schedule subject to change
Closing Date:
May 26, 2026
Salary:
$65.09 - $76.14/Hour
Union:
ONA
X
Cornwall Community Hospital (CCH) is an acute care hospital located in Cornwall, Ontario along the scenic St. Lawrence River. CCH provides a full range of acute inpatient, outpatient and community mental health services to a catchment area of 100,000 people from the communities of Cornwall, the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry and to the Mohawk community of Akwesasne.
With 186 beds, 1320 employees and 180 physicians, CCH offers a wide range of care and services. These include emergency, surgical, medicine and rehabilitation services, mental health and addiction programs as well as a family birthing centre.
At Cornwall Community Hospital (CCH), we are committed to Exceptional Care. Always.
Our mission is: Our team collaborates to provide exceptional people-centered care.
Our work is guided by our ICARE values - Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Engagement - and three strategic directions:
Recovery - Improving access to care, supporting innovation, and maintaining high standards for safety and quality
People – Supporting staff well-being, building a strong and inclusive team, and listening to patients, clients, and care partners
Integration – Working with partners to improve how care is delivered across the health system
Successful candidates will reflect these values in their work and contribute to our mission by delivering safe, compassionate, respectful, and high-quality care and services in a collaborative environment.
This position is for an existing vacancy. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in the recruitment and selection process.
Summary of responsibilities
Reporting to the Manager of System Navigation, Geriatric Mental Health Services, Substance Use Day Treatment and Community Withdrawal Management Services the Nurse Practitioner (NP) works collaboratively with health care professionals from primarily Community Withdrawal Management Services as well as CAMHS and across the hospital to assist in the provision of care for clients who are experiencing substance use health, addiction and/or mental health issues. The NP coordinates client care by working collaboratively with our interdisciplinary teams to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate clinical interventions.
The NP will demonstrate autonomy while assuming accountability and the authority to independently communicate a diagnosis, prescribe drugs and order a range of diagnostic tests as per approved hospital directives and the College of Nurses. Provision of care includes assessment, diagnosis, counselling, screening, referral, education, treatment and follow-up. The NP will act as a liaison and consultant to other health care providers and regional partners regarding patient care and health services when needed. They will provide leadership in the transfer of knowledge into practice in nursing and related fields appropriate to the clinical focus.
Requirements of the job
- Current Registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario in the Extended Class and Licensed NP
- Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from a recognized University,
- A minimum of three years of experience in working with clients who are experiencing substance use health, addiction and/or mental health related issues
- Experience working with interprofessional health care teams
- Demonstrated ability to manage numerous and diverse activities, organizing and prioritizing appropriately to meet demands and expectations
- Strong advocate for patient- and caregiver- centered care
- Ability to apply critical thinking to patient care
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of legal and ethical issues
- Advanced knowledge of the consultation process as they relate to individuals, groups and/or systems
- Excellent writing skills
- Knowledge of the regional health care system in the area of the discipline/specialty
- Demonstrated regular, punctual attendance
- Demonstrated commitment to patient safety
- Computer literacy (MS Office, Excel, Outlook)
- Functional level in both official languages (oral and written in English; oral in French and
testing completed)
Assets:
- Membership with RNAO or the Nurse Practitioner’s Association of Ontario
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About Cornwall Community Hospital
Cornwall Community Hospital (CCH) provides a full range of acute inpatient, outpatient and community mental health services to their catchment area of 110,000 people from the communities of Cornwall, the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry and to the Mohawk Community of Akwesasne.
With 165 beds, more than 1200 employees and 180 physicians, CCH offers a wide range of care and services. These include emergency, surgical, medicine and rehabilitation services, mental health and addiction programs as well as a family birthing centre.
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Nurse Practitioner
About the role
Job Posting Number:
J0526-0592
Job Title:
Nurse Practitioner
Job Category:
Nursing
Unit:
Substance Use Day Treatment
Job Type:
Permanent Full Time
Open Positions:
1
City, Province, Country:
Cornwall, Ontario, Canada
Date Posted:
May 19, 2026
Available Shifts:
Day Shift Monday through Friday - Schedule subject to change
Evening Shift Monday through Friday - Schedule subject to change
Closing Date:
May 26, 2026
Salary:
$65.09 - $76.14/Hour
Union:
ONA
X
Cornwall Community Hospital (CCH) is an acute care hospital located in Cornwall, Ontario along the scenic St. Lawrence River. CCH provides a full range of acute inpatient, outpatient and community mental health services to a catchment area of 100,000 people from the communities of Cornwall, the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry and to the Mohawk community of Akwesasne.
With 186 beds, 1320 employees and 180 physicians, CCH offers a wide range of care and services. These include emergency, surgical, medicine and rehabilitation services, mental health and addiction programs as well as a family birthing centre.
At Cornwall Community Hospital (CCH), we are committed to Exceptional Care. Always.
Our mission is: Our team collaborates to provide exceptional people-centered care.
Our work is guided by our ICARE values - Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Engagement - and three strategic directions:
Recovery - Improving access to care, supporting innovation, and maintaining high standards for safety and quality
People – Supporting staff well-being, building a strong and inclusive team, and listening to patients, clients, and care partners
Integration – Working with partners to improve how care is delivered across the health system
Successful candidates will reflect these values in their work and contribute to our mission by delivering safe, compassionate, respectful, and high-quality care and services in a collaborative environment.
This position is for an existing vacancy. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in the recruitment and selection process.
Summary of responsibilities
Reporting to the Manager of System Navigation, Geriatric Mental Health Services, Substance Use Day Treatment and Community Withdrawal Management Services the Nurse Practitioner (NP) works collaboratively with health care professionals from primarily Community Withdrawal Management Services as well as CAMHS and across the hospital to assist in the provision of care for clients who are experiencing substance use health, addiction and/or mental health issues. The NP coordinates client care by working collaboratively with our interdisciplinary teams to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate clinical interventions.
The NP will demonstrate autonomy while assuming accountability and the authority to independently communicate a diagnosis, prescribe drugs and order a range of diagnostic tests as per approved hospital directives and the College of Nurses. Provision of care includes assessment, diagnosis, counselling, screening, referral, education, treatment and follow-up. The NP will act as a liaison and consultant to other health care providers and regional partners regarding patient care and health services when needed. They will provide leadership in the transfer of knowledge into practice in nursing and related fields appropriate to the clinical focus.
Requirements of the job
- Current Registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario in the Extended Class and Licensed NP
- Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from a recognized University,
- A minimum of three years of experience in working with clients who are experiencing substance use health, addiction and/or mental health related issues
- Experience working with interprofessional health care teams
- Demonstrated ability to manage numerous and diverse activities, organizing and prioritizing appropriately to meet demands and expectations
- Strong advocate for patient- and caregiver- centered care
- Ability to apply critical thinking to patient care
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of legal and ethical issues
- Advanced knowledge of the consultation process as they relate to individuals, groups and/or systems
- Excellent writing skills
- Knowledge of the regional health care system in the area of the discipline/specialty
- Demonstrated regular, punctual attendance
- Demonstrated commitment to patient safety
- Computer literacy (MS Office, Excel, Outlook)
- Functional level in both official languages (oral and written in English; oral in French and
testing completed)
Assets:
- Membership with RNAO or the Nurse Practitioner’s Association of Ontario
Are you interested in this job?
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About Cornwall Community Hospital
Cornwall Community Hospital (CCH) provides a full range of acute inpatient, outpatient and community mental health services to their catchment area of 110,000 people from the communities of Cornwall, the United Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry and to the Mohawk Community of Akwesasne.
With 165 beds, more than 1200 employees and 180 physicians, CCH offers a wide range of care and services. These include emergency, surgical, medicine and rehabilitation services, mental health and addiction programs as well as a family birthing centre.