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Nurse Practitioners

Nurse Practitioners

Jump Recruitment SpecialistsNewfoundland and Labrador
30+ days ago
Salary
CA$300,004.00 yearly
Job description

Higher Talent Healthcare is currently seeking qualified Nurse Practitioners (Family / All Ages) , on behalf of our client, Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Health Services.

Location :

Throughout Newfoundland & Labrador

Who We Are

NL Health Services employs over 21,000 professionals across the province in five geographical zones. We know that it is our people that make our organization great. Health care attracts smart, caring individuals who want to make a difference and help people. We are looking for compassionate professionals to come join us in helping provide health services and quality care in our communities.

The Community

Sitting on the edge of the Atlantic, Newfoundland and Labrador’s rugged beauty, breathtaking coastlines and “salt of the earth” people will draw you in. The culture, the character and the comfort you will experience here will make you feel truly at home. A perfect place to put down roots. This province offers a mix of modern amenities, historical charm and nature’s wonders all in one.

Job Summary

This position works within the Nurse Practitioner's (NP) scope of practice in the following category of practice : (Family / All Ages). This is an advanced practice role providing professional, analytical and an autonomous comprehensive range of health services to clients including but not limited to health assessments and diagnosis diseases, disorders, injuries and conditions; treating and managing acute and chronic illnesses and identifying health risks and needs within a holistic model. Positions may involve home visits and travel to other primary healthcare clinics in the area for relief / support.

Job Demands

By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to) :

  • Constantly moves, lifts, or operates equipment / machinery up to 10 lbs. and regularly is required to lift / move equipment, books, supplies, and sometimes children up to 25 lbs. Occasionally, may have to reposition a patient over 50 lbs.
  • Physical effort also includes regular sitting to conduct patient histories, performing work on the computer and when assessing patients, regularly stands or walks.
  • When performing procedures, regularly uses fine finger / precision work and hand tools (i.e. medical instruments, computer mouse, stethoscope, dopplers, etc.) requiring accurate control and steadiness.
  • Visual concentration is required when performing physical assessment and procedures, completing charts / reports, observing patients, reading equipment / monitors, and completing work-related correspondence on the computer.

Job Qualifications

  • Completion of an approved / recognized Nurse Practitioner program is required.
  • Current registration with the College of Registered Nurses of NL (CRNNL) and Licensed (or eligible for licensure) as a Nurse Practitioner (Family / All Ages) with the CRNNL is required.
  • A minimum of five years clinical experience within the last seven in a functional discipline
  • Current BCLS Certification is required.
  • Possessed strong abilities in the areas of collaboration, clinical reasoning, professional development, interpersonal effectiveness, conflict management and teamwork.
  • Demonstrated progressive clinical leadership skills.
  • Possessed strong communication, problem solving, decision-making, and teaching skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to function autonomously in an advanced practice role.
  • Support and participate in research to improve practice and client outcomes.
  • Demonstrated skills in computer and database management.
  • The use of a private vehicle is required.
  • A valid Newfoundland and Labrador Class 5 Driver's license is required.
  • A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required.
  • The successful applicant must complete Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Training at the first available opportunity.

    • Compensation / Hours and Incentives

    Hourly : ($50.28 - $62.38 per hour) 75 bi-weekly (8 and 12 hour shifts; days, nights, evenings, weekends; rotating)

    The following financial incentives may be available and can be combined :

    1. Signing bonus up to $10,000

    2. Come Home incentive up to $60,000

    3. Family Care Team incentive up to $30,000

    4. Relocation support

    5. Student bursary up to $5,000