Available Shifts:
12:00 AM - 12:01 AM

Desired Skills: Nurse Practitioner (NP), Primary Care

· Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN). Completion of a recognized primary care NP program NP-PHC

· Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse in the Extended Class, Primary care.

· Member of the Nurse Practitioners Association of Ontario (NPAO) or Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (RNAO) is an asset.

· Minimum of three years’ experience working as a primary care NP with clients having complex needs, preferred.

· Experience providing care to individuals facing homelessness, substance use, or complex health and social challenges.

· Knowledge of relevant services and community supports in Durham Region is strongly preferred.

· Prescribing Narcotics and Controlled Substances certificate endorsed by the CNO, is preferred.

· Experience working in a CHC setting or other community health nursing practice is an asset.

· Experience working with communities and individuals who face barriers accessing traditional health care services.

· Demonstrated excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills, organizational and

interpersonal skills with an ability to work effectively and respectfully in a collaborative, inter-professional team environment.

· Demonstrated ability to communicate with clients in a non-judgmental manner that can be

effectively understood – practicing active listening skills to understand client needs and coaching of clients as collaborative partners in their health care.

· Demonstrated ability to manage crises in an effective, professional manner.

· Demonstrated excellent written skills and report writing for a clinical setting.

· Basic CPR certification required.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word) is an asset.

· Must show evidence of valid current vulnerable sector police check – required upon hiring.

· Valid Ontario Driver's license and access to a vehicle is required.

· Flexibility to work or drive to meetings at any of Durham 's clinical locations in our service area, including mobile clinic sites, as required.

· Ability to work a flexible schedule with at least one evening per week.