Nurse Practitioner - Family Medical Teaching Unit

Position Profile

Nurse Practitioner –

Humber River Health. Tomorrow's Healthcare, Today.

Humber River Health is a multi-site organization serving a population of more than 850,000 people in the northwest Greater Toronto Area. The organization is a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and operates Hennick Humber Hospital, along with its Finch and Church campuses, supported by more than 5,000 employees, approximately 800 physicians, and over 600 volunteers.

Hennick Humber Hospital is North America’s first fully digital hospital. Through robotics and advanced technology, patients benefit from less pain, fewer complications, and shorter hospital stays. A custom combination of technology and clinical expertise supports a reimagined model of care focused on safety, efficiency, and improved outcomes. Its digital ecosystem includes automated laboratory services, medication management robotics, electronic health records, a Command Centre, computerized physician order entry, bedside computer terminals, and surgical tracking systems that keep families informed in real time.

These innovations enhance communication, improve efficiency, and create a more connected experience for patients and families

We have an exciting opportunity for a Full-Time Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our team within the Schulich Family Medicine Teaching Unit at Humber River Health. The NP will function as a member of the primary care team in the provision of primary health care services at the Schulich Family Medicine Teaching Unit. The NP provides services to patients who include the individual throughout their life span, the family, and the community, with a strong emphasis on health promotion, patient education and disease prevention. The NP provides primary care functions and participates in the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programs and services of Schulich Family Medicine Teaching Unit for the individuals, families and the community of North Western Toronto.

Employment Status: Full TimeHours of Work: Days/Afternoons; weekends will be required.Location: Humber River Health, Wilson Site Hourly Rate Range: $65.09 - $80.90

Labour Group: ONA

Reporting Relationship: Manager, Schulich Family Medicine Teaching Unit & Integrated Care Services

Responsibilities:

• Practice within the scope and according to the RN(EC) practice standards of the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Integration of best practice guidelines and current evidence-based research into clinical practice
• Collaborates with physicians, residents, and allied health professionals to develop and discuss individualized care plans with patients and caregivers, ensuring alignment with best practices, evidence-based research, and the RN(EC) scope of practice.
• Identification of areas of improvement to promote ongoing quality assurance, plans, implements, evaluates and reports on outcomes
• Evaluation of outcomes for the programs and make recommendations for change in consultation with Program Director, Manager and Physician Leader
• Development of linkages with external partners as appropriate to ensure continuity of care
• Develops and implements strategies to promote health, prevent disease, and foster independent, healthy lifestyles, particularly for individuals, families, groups, and the chronically ill medical population.
• Treat acute and chronic illnesses across the lifespan, provide health screening, promote and provide immunizations, provide well-baby and well-women care.

• Provide comprehensive health services encompassing:

• Identifies and manages chronic stable conditions by monitoring ongoing therapy and providing effective pharmacological, complementary, or counseling interventions.
• Comprehensive or focused health assessments to identify existing and potential health problems, with an emphasis on the social determinants of health.

• Identify urgent, emergent and life-threatening situations

• Promotes health education, disease and injury prevention, and supports patients in identifying and utilizing health resources. Encourages patients and families by involving them in setting goals and choosing interventions for disease treatment, prevention, and health promotion, in line with the philosophy of primary health care.

• Conduct an appropriate follow-up and monitoring plan in collaboration with the patient.
• Cognitive assessment test: MOCA and MMSE
• Participates in and leads program development, quality improvement and evaluation initiatives related to FMTU patient outcomes
• Determines the need for, orders, and interprets the results of screening and diagnostic laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging reports, all within the scope of RN(EC) practice.
• Maintains complete, accurate, and timely electronic health records of patient visits to support continuity of care, including documentation, referrals, and necessary follow-ups.Provides advanced nursing care, including pharmacological and non pharmacologic treatments, complementary therapies, and counseling interventions, and prescribes medications within the RN(EC) scope of practice to manage diseases and disorders.
• Uses community assessment data to identify needs and resources, and develops, implements, and evaluates health education programs and resources that promote patient well-being and support them in achieving optimal health.
• Performs other associated duties as assigned by Manager

Requirements:

• Master in Nursing/Nurse Practitioner (MN-NP) or Masters of Science in Nursing with successful completion of a post Master's Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certificate Program from a recognized school of graduate studies required
• Current College of Nurses of Ontario registration in the Extended Class (EC) as an NP- Primary Health Care required
• Required: Minimum 1- 3 years of demonstrated experience as a Nurse Practitioner
• Demonstrated clinical experience providing comprehensive, age-appropriate care across the lifespan (neonates to geriatrics) is preferred
• 3-5 years of relevant Acute medicine or Primary Care experience preferred
• Additional specialty education in Gerontology or CNA Certification in Geriatrics preferred
• CED (Certified Diabetic Educator) would be an asset
• BCLS required
• Demonstrated experience in Adult education an asset
• Clinical specialty organizational membership: RNAO (required), CANO or ONS also preferred
• Demonstrated strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with physicians, residents, inter-professional team members, and other stakeholders
• Possesses highly developed analytical, problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills, with demonstrated competency in information and communication technology
• Demonstrated excellent organizational and coordination skills and the ability to prioritize multiple competing workload demands
• Demonstrates an ability to provide leadership, support and critical analysis in stressful, complex clinical and emotional situations
• Experience in Case Management preferred.
• Embraces a philosophy of patient and family centered care.
• Demonstrates leadership in clinical excellence.
• Assesses and provides services to clients, families and communities.
• Advanced nursing assessment skills and sound knowledge of clinical therapeutics.
• Effective patient/family counseling skills.
• Excellent organizational, critical appraisal and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of initiative and self-direction.
• Excellent attendance and a discipline free record is required (candidates are required to inform HR and the hiring manager of their attendance and discipline status)

Why choose Humber River Health?

At Humber River Health, our staff, physicians, and volunteers are delivering Tomorrow's Healthcare, Today. We are proud to have been recognized as a part of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. We support employees by providing evidence-based leadership and cultivating a culture that consistently wows with our unwavering commitment to staff, physician and volunteer engagement.  We are dedicated to high-quality patient care and demonstrate our values of compassion, professionalism, and respect.

Humber River Health is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of our communities. Guided by our strategic direction to embed equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do – and to address systemic barriers – we foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute.

We welcome applications from individuals of all equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons living with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and seniors. We recognize that diverse identities and perspectives strengthen our ability to deliver safe, innovative and compassionate care.

As an equal opportunity employer, Humber River Health complies with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected ground.

Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and employment. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss your needs confidentially.

This position is being posted in response to an existing vacancy at Humber River Health.

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