Cityofhamilton

Cityofhamilton

Job ID #32056: Nurse Practitioner - Repost

Hamilton, Ontario · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 5 days ago
HRPatient CareLeadershipCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

  • Duration: (1) Permanent Full-Time Vacancy type: This posting is for an existing vacancy.
  • Internal applicants should apply with your work e-mail address.
  • External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed.

Responsibilities

  • Perform other duties as assigned which are directly related to the responsibilities of the position.

Requirements

  • Demonstrated ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
  • Knowledge and familiarity with use of computers is necessary.
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize and work effectively in a fast paced environment.
  • Proven leadership skills, strong organizational, analytical, conceptual and communication skills.
  • THIS POSITION REQUIRES A VALID CLASS "G" DRIVER'S LICENCE AND PROOF THEREOF IS REQUIRED AFTER HIRE.
  • If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.
  • The successful candidate will demonstrate an ability to provide excellent client service in a respectful, courageous, empathetic, just and ethical manner.
  • Your ability to set and achieve personal goals, professional goals and contribute to the goals of the organization will result in high job satisfaction.
  • Baccalaureate in Nursing.
  • Current Registration, in good standing, with the College of Nurses as Registered Nurse in the Extended Class.
  • Additional education, experience and/or certification in Gerontological Nursing are an asset.
  • Knowledgeable about primary health care issues, chronic disease management, behavioural health in older adults and palliative care in long term care facilities.
  • Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to welcome change and manage it both effectively and innovatively.
  • Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning.
  • THE INCUMBENT SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICIES AND PRACTICES FOR THIS POSITION AND THE WORKPLACE.

Benefits

  • Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #BeTheReason
  • The Nurse Practitioner (NP) for Macassa Lodge is responsible for providing or facilitating resident centered, primary health care in collaboration with the resident, family and interdisciplinary team.
  • Partner with the Medical Director, Attending Physicians, Interdisciplinary Care Team and the Leadership team at the Home to enhance the circle of care for our complex elderly residents and their families.
  • Work autonomously and collaboratively to provide individual, person-centred and evidenced based health care to residents within our Home.
  • Report changes in chronic illness to the physician or Medical Director
  • Episodic care for common primary care conditions, in conjunction with Medical Director, attending physician and the interdisciplinary team.
  • Monitor chronic medical conditions, in conjunction with the Medical Director, to maximize resident function and to maintain compliance with Ministry of Long-Term Care standards for Long-Term Care.
  • Assess for, recommend and/or implement strategies to promote health and optimal level of functioning for residents at the Home.
  • Assess the need for and provide education to residents, families and staff.
  • Work in accordance with the provisions of applicable Health and Safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.

Company info

  • Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees.

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