Nurse Practitioner - Emergency Department

Please Note: If you are a current Oak Valley Health employee, apply to this job via the internal Workday application.

Land acknowledgement:

Oak Valley Health is honoured to provide care on the traditional and treaty territory of the Anishinaabeg, and acknowledge our closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The land is encompassed within Treaty 13, Treaty 20, and the Williams Treaty.

Today, this area is home to many diverse Indigenous Peoples, and we acknowledge the health disparities and barriers Indigenous Peoples face in accessing care. To support true healing, we are committed to understanding these challenges, learning from Indigenous knowledge, and taking action together to improve safe and equitable health care for current and future generations.

Who you are:

• You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage
• You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard
• You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills

The NP will work within their full scope of practice as outlined by the Regulated Health Professions Act and practice in accordance with the CNO standards, guidelines, and relevant laws.

The NP will provide direct patient care, consultation and education to patients and families in the ED.

The NP will order and interpret diagnostics, develop treatment plans, and perform interventions. The NP will work independently and in collaboration with medical and nursing staff, and engage in research and Quality Improvement projects as appropriate.  Specific role and practice responsibilities will be determined based on operational needs.

The NP role in the ED is growing at Oak Valley Health with exciting new opportunities on the horizon including a Provider in Triage role. This role offers the NP the chance to help shape a new model of care in our ED by working as a dedicated provider in triage. In this capacity, the NP will independently order diagnostic tests and expedite patient assessments right from the point of arrival, accelerating time to care and making a direct, meaningful impact on patient flow and outcomes. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated NP to lead innovation at the front door of emergency care.

Applicants must be registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) and have the knowledge, skills and clinical competence required to assess and manage patients across the lifespan, including pediatric and adult patients, in the Emergency Department.

Candidates who previously held a Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner (PHCNP) certificate, or an Adult or Pediatric NP certificate, are eligible to apply, provided they can demonstrate the competencies and experience required for the role. Previous Primary Health Care NP preparation and/or relevant Emergency Department NP experience is considered an asset.

What you bring to the role:

• Currently Registered or eligible for licensure in good standing as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)

• Current Certificate of competence from the CNO as RN (EC) - Nurse Practitioner-Primary Health Care (PHCNP)

• BScN Required

• BCLS required

• ACLS preferred

• Successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner Program from a recognized University, Masters level preferred

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in the Emergency Department is required

• Current membership with the RNAO and the NPAO is an asset

• Experience working with patients of all ages

• Demonstrated strong leadership and clinical skills

• Previous experience with suturing, wound care, and special procedures such as casting are considered an asset

• Demonstrated evidence of Interprofessional collaboration with Physicians, nurses and other allied health professionals

• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills

• Critical thinking

• Ability to be self-directed in clinical practice particularly in the areas of assessment, intervention/therapeutics and diagnosis

• In-depth knowledge of the legislation and guidelines that govern NP practice within the Emergency Department setting

• Must be willing to work flexible hours and willingness to pivot to support patient care needs in the Emergency Department

• Demonstrated knowledge and commitment to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI)

• Demonstrated commitment to a safe environment for staff, patients and families by working in compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act and related Hospital policies

• Demonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standards

• Demonstrates a commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with organization related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required

Work Schedule:

The successful candidate must be available to work 10-hour shifts, working predominantly days and evenings

Please note schedules may change due to operational needs.

Compensation:

C - NP

Range:

$65.07 - $81.38

Who we are:

Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community health care organizations and include Markham Stouffville Hospital, Uxbridge Hospital, and our Reactivation Care Centre. Across our hospitals and the RCC we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 468,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).

Our 542 physicians, 35 midwives, over 3,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an honoured to care mindset and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost. Are you ready to join us?

Oak Valley Health diversity statement 

Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health. Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.

We are honoured to be recognized as one of  Forbes Canada's Best Employers for Diversity 2023. We ranked within the top 150 organizations across the country. Learn more about our commitment to EDI. 

Learn more about our Honoured to care culture:          

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