Locum Nurse Practitioner - Kakabeka

Locum Nurse Practitioner

Kakabeka Site

One of a network of provincial community health centres, the NorWest Community Health Centres is a community based, non-profit organization funded by Ontario Health, emphasizing access to primary health care and prevention programs and services. 

We are currently seeking a Locum Nurse Practitioner (RN-EC), who as valuable members of the Community Health Centre team will provide services within the RN-EC scope of practice at the Kakabeka site.

There is a strong practice emphasis on disease prevention, health promotion, education and community partnerships.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BScN in nursing from a recognized University.
• Certificate in the extended class from the CNO.
• 3-5 years’ experience in a combination of remote rural, hospital and community settings and/or public health.
• Thorough knowledge and proficiency in current nursing procedures, nursing assessment, physical assessment and treatment measures.
• Experience providing service within a walk in clinic setting an asset.
• Experience in supporting individuals living with mental health and addiction challenges.
• Awareness and sensitivity to socio-economic and cultural issues.
• Awareness of and sensitivity to health issues particularly within individuals who face barriers to accessing care (under housed, living with mental health challenges or diagnoses, current or past substance use, complex health histories, 2SLGBTQI+, newcomers, non-insured).
• Demonstrated commitment to and knowledge of community based health care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary environment.
• Flexibility in work hours is required and ability to work at different sites.
• Awareness of northern community health care needs.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Experience and knowledge working with the Centre’s priority populations.

How to Apply:

Please visit https://norwestchc.org/employment/

The deadline for applicants is Monday, August 26, 2024 at 4:30 p.m.

The position will remain open until filled.

Please submit your cover letter, resume and three work reference contacts with your online application. Cover letters can be addressed to:

Debbie Inman, Manager of Human Resources CHRL

NorWest Community Health Centres

525 Simpson Street

Thunder Bay, Ontario P7C 3J6

FAX: 622-7637

www.norwestchc.org

Full Covid-19 vaccination verification required, subject to any contraindications that are medically supported.

NWCHC’s is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.