Lawyer (Health Law)
at Canadian Nurses Protective Society CNPS
Ottawa, ON, Canada -
| Start Date | Expiry Date | Salary | Posted On | Experience | Skills | Telecommute | Sponsor Visa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Immediate | 02 Jun, 2024 | Not Specified | 02 Mar, 2024 | N/A | Common Law,Health Care Professionals,Health Law,Civil Law,Sharepoint | No | No |
Required Visa Status:
| Citizen | GC |
| US Citizen | Student Visa |
| H1B | CPT |
| OPT | H4 Spouse of H1B |
| GC Green Card |
Employment Type:
| Full Time | Part Time |
| Permanent | Independent - 1099 |
| Contract – W2 | C2H Independent |
| C2H W2 | Contract – Corp 2 Corp |
| Contract to Hire – Corp 2 Corp |
Description:
ABOUT US
The Canadian Nurses Protective Society (CNPS) provides legal advice, risk management services, legal assistance and professional liability protection related to nursing practice to over 150,000 eligible Canadian nurses across all Canadian provinces and territories. With the CNPS, you will enjoy a dynamic work environment, a collegial atmosphere and a rewarding career that provides opportunities for legal contributions at the leading edge of developments in the delivery of health care services in Canada.
REQUIREMENTS
- Law degree from a Canadian university
- License to practice common law in a Canadian province or territory
- Health law and civil litigation experience
- Experience working with health-care professionals
- Ability to travel
- Ability and willingness to relocate to Ottawa
ASSET QUALIFICATIONS
- Nursing baccalaureate and broad nursing experience
- Registered or eligible for registration as a registered nurse or nurse practitioner in a Canadian province of territory
- Fluent in both official languages, written and oral
- Licensed to practice civil law
- Familiarity with SharePoint
Responsibilities:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provision of legal information, advice, and support to nursing professionals in connection with issues arising from their professional practice
- Review and analysis of legal documents
- Provision of advice and ongoing support to nurses involved in litigation and legal proceedings
- Strategic management of the conduct of litigation and legal proceedings across Canadian jurisdictions
- Documentation of legal services in accordance with applicable standards and employer policies
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
- Development and presentation of educational modules, workshops, and lectures on professional obligations and legal issues relevant to nursing
- Drafting of articles for publication on various health law topics relevant to nursing
- Research and provision of legal opinions relating to various corporate issues
- Representing the CNPS on external committees and working groups
REQUIREMENT SUMMARY
Min:N/AMax:5.0 year(s)
Legal Services
Legal
Legal Services
Graduate
Law
Proficient
1
Ottawa, ON, Canada
