Nurse Practitioner

Mayne Island Health Unit - Mayne Island, BC V0N 2J0 CA (Primary)
Saturna Island Medical Clinic - Saturna Island, BC V0N 2Y0 CA

Work Area: Multi-Site

Travel Requirement: Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time:  or

Days Off: Vacancies Type:
Regular FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate): $74.74 - $82.21

Paid FTE: 1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY

HOURS:

75

Planned

Start Date:

Mar. 17 2025

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY): Pending Return of Incumbent

CRC required? Required for Professional Registration (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Job Description: In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

The Nurse Practitioner is responsible and accountable for the comprehensive assessment of patients/clients/residents, including diagnosing diseases, disorders, and conditions. The Nurse Practitioner initiates treatment including health care management, therapeutic interventions, and prescribes medications in accordance with the statutory and regulatory standards, limits and conditions, policy, and guidelines. The Nurse Practitioner provides professional guidance to other health professionals and practices autonomously and interdependently within the context of an interdisciplinary health care team, making referrals to physicians and others as appropriate.

This position collaborates with patients/clients/residents and other members of the interdisciplinary team to identify and assess trends and patterns that have implications for patients/clients/residents, families, and communities; develops and implements population and evidence-based strategies to improve health and participates in policy-making activities that influence health services and practices. The position participates in peer review and self-review to evaluate the outcome of services at the patient/client/resident, community, and population level.

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing NP registrant; successful completion of the OSCE (Objective Structured Clinical Examination) and two (2) years of recent, relevant clinical nursing experience.

• Ability to communicate and collaborate with patients/clients/residents and families about health findings, diagnosis, treatment, self-care, and prognosis.
• Ability to collaborate, consult with, and formally refer patients/clients/residents to physicians and other health professionals when appropriate.
• Ability to critically assess and evaluate health research literature to determine best practices; ability to introduce education and evidence-based research.
• Ability to assess and recognize population health trends; ability to plan and implement strategies for population-based prevention and health promotion.
• Ability to implement and evaluate planned change.
• Ability to supervise others and evaluate the care they deliver.
• Ability to lead a team and work within a team.
• Ability to self-direct, interact, and adapt effectively with other professionals in complex, dynamic situations.
• Ability to transfer knowledge, teach, coach, and mentor others.
• Ability to identify and respond appropriately to legal and ethical issues that may arise in patient/client/resident care.
• Ability to self-assess performance and assume responsibility and accountability for own professional development, educational or consultative assistance when appropriate.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

This exciting Nurse Practitioner Position is available at Southern Gulf Islands Primary Care, with the primary working sites located on Mayne Island Health Care Centre, Felix Jack Rd, Mayne Island, BC V0N 2J2. Tel: . Join our team and make a difference in the beautiful Southern Gulf Islands community!