Nurse Practitioner #038-25

CARE AND BE CARED FOR - THIS IS YOUR HOME

Are you an experienced Nurse Practitioner seeking a rewarding career that cares for others, in a professional practice that cares for you? You're looking in the right place.

As a Primary Care - Nurse Practitioner (Status: Full-Time, Start date: Immediately; Location: North Bay), you provide primary care to Ontario Health atHome patients who typically do not have a primary health care provider (physician or nurse practitioner) and who are medically frail, medically complex, with numerous chronic illnesses, or have difficulty accessing health care outside of their home. The NP works autonomously within the scope of practice to diagnose, treat, medically manage and monitor patients, and consults with a collaborating physician when outside the scope of practice to manage patients independently, as defined by the College of Nurses of Ontario.

Whether you work in our office, in the community, or a health care facility - you will play a lead role in providing connected, accessible, patient-centered care - and be supported by our collaborative team that includes over 9,000 regulated health care and other professionals.

As a valued team member, your mission will be to help our patients be healthier at home, while you benefit from our supports for professional growth, personal wellness and work-life balance.

What will you do?

• Assess patients' needs and current medical status by completing a comprehensive health assessment to develop a health care plan.

• Diagnose diseases, disorders, and conditions and inform patients, their families, caregivers, substitute decision maker (SDM), Care Coordinators and/or Health Practitioners.
• Manage patients with complex chronic illnesses and monitor their treatment response.
• Collaborate and consult with other health professionals and make appropriate referrals to family physicians, specialists, and other health professionals.
• Write prescriptions to treat patients when applicable.
• Create and maintain written records of assessment, intervention, and any contact with patients, their family, caregivers, SDMs, or other health professionals.
• Educate and assist patients and their family, caregivers, or SDMs in health promotion and disease prevention.
• Assess and recognize population health trends, plan, and implement strategies for population prevention and education.
• Balance patient needs and choices with available resources, ensuring patients' values, and preferences are respected.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and documents patient assessment findings, goals, treatment plans, and interventions.

What must you have?

• Nurse Practitioner/Registered Nurse in the Extended Class in good standing in accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario (Nurse Practitioner);
• Relevant nursing experience working in a community/health care environment;
• Knowledge of home health care and other community resources within Ontario Health atHome;

• Comprehensive knowledge of medical management of the elderly population, chronic diseases, and/or complex care needs of the at risk population;
• Experience in patient, family, and community education;
• Knowledge and experience in implementing evidence-based clinical best practice guidelines;

• Demonstrate critical analysis and assessment skills, problem-solving, and interviewing skills;
• Practical knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation (e.g. regarding the provision of health care services, privacy, health and safety, etc.);
• Comprehensive knowledge of the standards of practice and professional guidelines set forth by the College of Nurses of Ontario, RNAO, NPAO, and other relevant medical professional associations;

• Ability to prioritize professional duties, manage multiple patients, and efficiently organize workload;
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills to work with diverse patient groups, Care Coordinators, family members/caregivers/SDMs, health care professionals, community organizations and service providers;
• Effective listening, observation, and facilitation skills;

• Ability to communicate information effectively through a variety of means including reports, letters, meetings, and presentations;

• Working knowledge of computer software (email, internet) and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel);
• Completion of controlled substances education which has been approved by the College of Nurses of Ontario;
• Must have valid driver's license and access to a vehicle;
• Valid Emergency First Aid Certification;

• Oral and written proficiency in English and French is essential.

• We have a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination status prior to start date.

What would give you the edge?

• Experience working with diverse patient groups, e.g., multicultural, homeless, palliative, acquired brain injury (ABI), mental health, geriatrics, pediatrics
• Case management experience or recent related community experience
• Ability to speak French or another second language

What do we offer?

We know wellness is supported with work-life balance. In an inclusive culture committed to support your passion for continuous learning, growth and innovation, we offer: ​

• Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits​
• Hourly wage of $67.15 to $76.40 as per the ONA Collective Agreement
• Valuable development opportunities​
• Membership in a world class defined benefit pension plan​

Who are we?

We are Ontario Health atHome, ready to serve every person in Ontario. We partner with patients and caregivers, family physicians, hospitals, long-term care and retirement homes, service providers and Ontario Health Teams, to deliver responsive, accessible, integrated, patient-centered care.

Why join us?

If you're interested in driving excellence in care and service delivery, and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn, partner and connect, care and be cared for, this is your home.

Equity, Inclusion, Diversity and Anti-Racism Commitment

Ontario Health atHome is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to attracting, engaging and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Interested persons are invited to submit a cover letter and resume by April 1, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. by visiting and applying through the organization website at: Careers | Ontario Health atHome