Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner Recruitment:

Located in northern Perth and Huron Counties in Southwestern Ontario, the Listowel-Wingham and Area Family Health Team is a progressive team of health professionals with an integrated approach to healthcare. We are currently seeking a *Nurse Practitioner, *for a part-time role (22.5 hours per week), for a 12-month contract.

Position Summary:

The NP will work in close collaboration with physicians and allied health care professionals within the Family Health Team (FHT), as well as community partners. The Nurse Practitioner could work in the Listowel and Wingham locations. As vital members of the patient-focused team, nurse practitioners will provide comprehensive primary care services. Nurse practitioners provide acute/episodic care, health promotion, disease prevention and chronic disease management in a primary care setting with a goal to assist patients and their families to function optimally within their capacity. Nurse practitioners also assist in the ongoing development of primary care programs and resources in collaboration with other members of the FHT and other partners. The scope of practice of the FHT nurse practitioners follows the practice guidelines of the College of Nurses of Ontario.

Wage:

$63.00 - 65.00 per hour, to commensurate with experience

Qualifications:

Qualifications for this position will include:

• Current registration with the College of Nurses in Ontario in the Extended Class
• The ability to work in a rapidly changing environment
• Experience with program planning and evaluation
• Willingness to work in a collaborative practice setting with other allied health professionals
• Have previous experience in working with patients and groups of patients
• Have demonstrated ability to work independently
• Possess well developed organizational, communication, teaching and leadership skill

In addition to a flexible, friendly team environment, we offer competitive wages, HOOPP, professional development opportunities and a comprehensive group health benefits plan.

We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and provide accommodation throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the AODA.

_Come join a great team of nurse practitioners, physicians and other providers!_

Pay: $63.00-$65.00 per hour

Work Location: In person