Nurse Practitioner
About the role
VACANCY NUMBER: 43794NC
JOB TITLE: NURSE PRACTITIONER, FT
STATUS: FULL TIME DEPARTMENT: STROKE PREVENTION LOCATION: NIAGARA FALLS SITE HOURS OF WORK: 75 HOURS PER PAY PERIOD
POSTING DATE: 15 JULY 2026
CLOSING DATE: 21 JULY 2026
UNION: ONTARIO NURSES' ASSOCIATION
WAGE RANGE: $69.960 TO $79.910 PER HOUR
POSITION OBJECTIVE
The Nurse Practitioner (Stroke Specialist) will provide leadership and coordination of services for patients with a diagnosis of stroke across the continuum including: hyperacute, acute and stroke prevention care. The successful candidate will care for patients with stroke in the Emergency Department, Intensive Care, Acute Stroke Unit and the Stroke Prevention Clinic. The Nurse Practitioner (Stroke Specialist) will collaborate and coordinate the transfer of regional acute stroke patients across the system from acute through to rehabilitation and follow up in secondary stroke prevention clinic. The incumbent will develop, implement and evaluate policies and procedures in collaboration with the District Stroke Team to enhance stroke care in Niagara. They will be responsible for supporting education and assistance with onboarding of acute stroke unit/ED/ICU staff in collaboration with the NH educators. The successful candidate will also represent the District Stroke Centre on Central South Regional Stroke initiatives and become part of the District Stroke Centre rotation with services across the care continuum.
QUALIFICATIONS
o Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario - Extended Class o Masters of Science in Nursing with clinical focus o Successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner program (Primary Care or Adult) from a recognized university o Current BCLS o NIHSS Certification o Three in the past five years clinical experience in neuroscience/cardiovascular supporting a population of patients with stroke o Recent Canadian Neurological and STAND experience and proficiency o Exemplary teaching and leadership abilities and skills o Proven ability to integrate research into practice o Self-directed in clinical practice as required with the stroke population o Demonstrated understanding of the existing processes and mechanisms related to the continuum of stroke care as outlined in the Canadian Stroke best practice recommendations o Supportive of the principles of patient and family-centered care o Supportive of organizational and departmental goals and objectives, demonstrating initiative to promote total quality improvement o Demonstrated commitment to providing quality customer service while dealing with the public (patients and families), as well as various medical and non-medical professionals o Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interprofessional team o Evidence of effective organizational, interpersonal, communication, judgment, critical thinking and decision-making skills o Knowledge of data interpretation and strong computer skills o Demonstrated commitment to continuing education o Demonstrated commitment to the mission and values of Niagara Health o Consistent and regular attendance required
Questions, quoting the job posting number may be directed to hrrecruit@niagarahealth.on.ca
How to Apply: If you are interested in this position, please visit our careers page by 11:59pm July 21, 2026 and submit an application through eRecruit. (Reference Job Posting #43794) Please note - you will need to create an eRecruit profile to apply.
This position is an existing vacancy at Niagara Health. No artificial intelligence is used in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants. If you believe you have encountered or applied for a fraudulent job posting claiming to represent Niagara Health, please contact hrrecruit@niagarahealth.on.ca
At Niagara Health, we value diversity, equity and inclusion, and welcome applications from all people. We are especially interested in hearing from you if you are excited about being part of a respectful and hard-working team in the beautiful Niagara Region, have a passion for service and excellence in healthcare, have a background or related expertise in the healthcare environment, supporting patient care and providing extraordinary customer-service.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Niagara Health will provide accommodations through the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.
At Niagara Health, we are committed to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion. As a part of this work, we collect information on Ontario Human Rights Code grounds and non-Code grounds in order to: hire and retain diverse talent, prevent and/or address systemic barriers to access and opportunity, improve service delivery and programs and advance diversity and inclusion overall. All identification questions are optional and include a "prefer not to answer" option.
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About Niagara Health System
Niagara Health is on a bold new journey to create a healthier Niagara.
Our CORE values inspire us to be EXTRAORDINARY: Compassion in Action, Driven by Optimism, Achieving Ambitious Results.
We are a regional healthcare provider with multiple sites and a growing network of community-based services. Our team is made up of more than 4,800 employees, 600 physicians and 850 volunteers who we count on to deliver extraordinary caring to every person, every time.
We provide a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services to more than 450,000 residents across Niagara, including Acute Care, Cancer Care, Cardiac Care, Complex Care, Emergency and Urgent Care, Kidney Care, Long-Term Care, Mental Health and Addictions, Stroke Care and Surgical Care.
Our Accreditation with Exemplary Standing is a clear demonstration of our team's commitment to the highest safety and quality standards. As a community-based academic centre, teaching and learning, research, innovation and partnership are propelling us as we imagine a healthier Niagara.
For the second straight year, Niagara Health has been selected as one of Hamilton-Niagara's Top Employers. The annual competition, organized by the editors of Canada's Top 100 Employers, recognizes employers in the Hamilton-Niagara area that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work.
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Nurse Practitioner
About the role
VACANCY NUMBER: 43794NC
JOB TITLE: NURSE PRACTITIONER, FT
STATUS: FULL TIME DEPARTMENT: STROKE PREVENTION LOCATION: NIAGARA FALLS SITE HOURS OF WORK: 75 HOURS PER PAY PERIOD
POSTING DATE: 15 JULY 2026
CLOSING DATE: 21 JULY 2026
UNION: ONTARIO NURSES' ASSOCIATION
WAGE RANGE: $69.960 TO $79.910 PER HOUR
POSITION OBJECTIVE
The Nurse Practitioner (Stroke Specialist) will provide leadership and coordination of services for patients with a diagnosis of stroke across the continuum including: hyperacute, acute and stroke prevention care. The successful candidate will care for patients with stroke in the Emergency Department, Intensive Care, Acute Stroke Unit and the Stroke Prevention Clinic. The Nurse Practitioner (Stroke Specialist) will collaborate and coordinate the transfer of regional acute stroke patients across the system from acute through to rehabilitation and follow up in secondary stroke prevention clinic. The incumbent will develop, implement and evaluate policies and procedures in collaboration with the District Stroke Team to enhance stroke care in Niagara. They will be responsible for supporting education and assistance with onboarding of acute stroke unit/ED/ICU staff in collaboration with the NH educators. The successful candidate will also represent the District Stroke Centre on Central South Regional Stroke initiatives and become part of the District Stroke Centre rotation with services across the care continuum.
QUALIFICATIONS
o Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario - Extended Class o Masters of Science in Nursing with clinical focus o Successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner program (Primary Care or Adult) from a recognized university o Current BCLS o NIHSS Certification o Three in the past five years clinical experience in neuroscience/cardiovascular supporting a population of patients with stroke o Recent Canadian Neurological and STAND experience and proficiency o Exemplary teaching and leadership abilities and skills o Proven ability to integrate research into practice o Self-directed in clinical practice as required with the stroke population o Demonstrated understanding of the existing processes and mechanisms related to the continuum of stroke care as outlined in the Canadian Stroke best practice recommendations o Supportive of the principles of patient and family-centered care o Supportive of organizational and departmental goals and objectives, demonstrating initiative to promote total quality improvement o Demonstrated commitment to providing quality customer service while dealing with the public (patients and families), as well as various medical and non-medical professionals o Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interprofessional team o Evidence of effective organizational, interpersonal, communication, judgment, critical thinking and decision-making skills o Knowledge of data interpretation and strong computer skills o Demonstrated commitment to continuing education o Demonstrated commitment to the mission and values of Niagara Health o Consistent and regular attendance required
Questions, quoting the job posting number may be directed to hrrecruit@niagarahealth.on.ca
How to Apply: If you are interested in this position, please visit our careers page by 11:59pm July 21, 2026 and submit an application through eRecruit. (Reference Job Posting #43794) Please note - you will need to create an eRecruit profile to apply.
This position is an existing vacancy at Niagara Health. No artificial intelligence is used in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants. If you believe you have encountered or applied for a fraudulent job posting claiming to represent Niagara Health, please contact hrrecruit@niagarahealth.on.ca
At Niagara Health, we value diversity, equity and inclusion, and welcome applications from all people. We are especially interested in hearing from you if you are excited about being part of a respectful and hard-working team in the beautiful Niagara Region, have a passion for service and excellence in healthcare, have a background or related expertise in the healthcare environment, supporting patient care and providing extraordinary customer-service.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Niagara Health will provide accommodations through the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.
At Niagara Health, we are committed to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion. As a part of this work, we collect information on Ontario Human Rights Code grounds and non-Code grounds in order to: hire and retain diverse talent, prevent and/or address systemic barriers to access and opportunity, improve service delivery and programs and advance diversity and inclusion overall. All identification questions are optional and include a "prefer not to answer" option.
Not the right fit? Search for Nurse Practitioner jobs in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada
About Niagara Health System
Niagara Health is on a bold new journey to create a healthier Niagara.
Our CORE values inspire us to be EXTRAORDINARY: Compassion in Action, Driven by Optimism, Achieving Ambitious Results.
We are a regional healthcare provider with multiple sites and a growing network of community-based services. Our team is made up of more than 4,800 employees, 600 physicians and 850 volunteers who we count on to deliver extraordinary caring to every person, every time.
We provide a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services to more than 450,000 residents across Niagara, including Acute Care, Cancer Care, Cardiac Care, Complex Care, Emergency and Urgent Care, Kidney Care, Long-Term Care, Mental Health and Addictions, Stroke Care and Surgical Care.
Our Accreditation with Exemplary Standing is a clear demonstration of our team's commitment to the highest safety and quality standards. As a community-based academic centre, teaching and learning, research, innovation and partnership are propelling us as we imagine a healthier Niagara.
For the second straight year, Niagara Health has been selected as one of Hamilton-Niagara's Top Employers. The annual competition, organized by the editors of Canada's Top 100 Employers, recognizes employers in the Hamilton-Niagara area that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work.