Nurse Practitioner

Overview

Full-Time Permanent, Temporary & Casual (PEINU) Positions

Location – East Prince Primary Care Network, Kings County Primary Care Network, West Prince Primary Care Network, Queens Central Primary Care Network, Queens East Primary Care Network, Summerside Community Health Centre, Kings County Memorial Hospital, Mental Health and Addictions Campus (Charlottetown, Prince County Hospital, Western Hospital, and Community Hospital O'Leary)

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Health PEI is seeking Nurse Practitioners to join multi-disciplinary teams across Prince Edward Island, with opportunities in Primary Care, Home Care, Long Term Care, Acute Care, and Mental Health and Addictions. Discover the countless reasons why being a Nurse Practitioner on PEI goes beyond just a picture-perfect lifestyle.

Who We Are
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A Remarkable Community
. Prince Edward Island (PEI) is a place like no other. With its small, inviting communities and stunning natural beauty, PEI offers a quality of life that is second to none. Here you can take in the small-town ambiance and stunning beaches, enjoy short and scenic commutes to work, experience our vibrant and eclectic cultural scene, and live and learn in a place where safety and quality of education are the cornerstone of our province.

In terms of facilities, we have a variety on the island, and we are recruiting for all facilities.

Beyond the iconic lighthouses and serene shores, you’ll find a workplace and experience as unique as the island itself. At Health PEI you'll find a world of possibilities that extend beyond conventional healthcare. Here, you'll have the chance to work in unique settings, explore diverse career paths with plenty of opportunities to progress, and work alongside kind and committed teammates who genuinely care about elevating the way we support thousands of islanders.

In one of Canada's fastest-growing provinces, you can join us in redefining healthcare and ensuring a brighter, healthier future for our island and its people.

• Perform comprehensive, focused health assessments including a health history and physical examination using a holistic framework and multiple assessment techniques relevant to a client’s stage of development, culture and health.
• Analyze client symptoms and assessment data by applying the principles of pathophysiology, pathogenesis, epidemiology, demographics and relevant research; determine the need for, order, and interpret the results of relevant screening & diagnostic tests; discuss with and involve clients in decision making regarding their health, and in taking responsibility for their health.
• Systematically compare and contrast clinical, behavioral and diagnostic data to determine differential and working diagnosis.
• Provide direct guidance and counseling on health promotion and illness prevention strategies in accordance with client health status and needs, participate in the overall evaluation of the practice setting’s programs and services.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and community members to identify client population health needs and resources, and provide input as requested for community health programs.
• Ensure professional standards and clinical competence are reflected in all educational content taught by Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioners, and are demonstrated by nursing staff in the work unit and performing,
• This position may be required to work evenings and weekends,
• Other related duties as required.

• Active or eligible for registration with the College of Registered Nurses and Midwives of Prince Edward Island.
• Have a Master’s Degree in Nursing as a Nurse Practitioner or Graduation from or Completed the Requirements to Graduate from an Approved and recognized Nurse Practitioner Program.
• Critical thinking proficiency to assess, analyze, diagnose, select treatment, evaluate, and refer patients with common acute or chronic health conditions, or for health promotion/illness prevention.
• Good previous work and attendance record.

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