REFERENCE ID: NP20250814

The Nurse Practitioner works collaboratively to support the Enhanced Access initiative. The Nurse Practitioner will assist with the implementation of strategies for improving the quality and provision of patient care and communicate effectively with team members.
This 0.8 fulltime equivalent position will work a combination of day time, evening, and weekend hours.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to function cooperatively with physicians and clinic staff in a multidisciplinary setting
• Ability to build a good working relationship with patients, families and other healthcare professionals
• Understanding and adherence to confidentiality
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a team, respect other’s views and opinions
• Ability to act responsibly and accountably
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Flexibility in approach to work, including the ability to work on own initiative and to prioritize workload
• Awareness of strengths and limitations, attention to Nurse Practitioners’ Competencies and Scope in Practice
• Ability to develop new skills and apply theory to practice
• Ability to make evidence-based decisions
• Ability to monitor clinical standard

Qualifications:

• Current Registration & Practice Permit as a Nurse Practitioner with the College of Registered Nurses in Alberta (CRNA)
• Eligible for registration as a prescriber with Tracked Prescription Program (TPP) Alberta
• Successful completion of an approved NP program at a Master of Nursing level or equivalent
• Experience working within a primary care setting preferred
• Primary Care nursing experience is preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for a healthcare provide

Education:

• Master’s Degree (required

Experience:

• primary care setting: 2 years (preferred

Clinical Services:

• Perform advanced, focused and/or comprehensive health assessments
• Order, perform and interpret diagnostic screening or investigations
• Determine differential diagnoses through the integration of patient information and evidence-informed practice
• Communicate assessment findings and/or diagnoses, including outcomes and prognoses with patients/families
• Based on evidence-informed practice, develop and implement plans of care including performing invasive and non-invasive interventions, treatments and procedures
• Evaluate and revise plans of care based on patient’s response to therapies, and in collaboration with patient
• Prescribe and distribute pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and other therapies
• Document the provision of care for patients in accordance with practice standards and organizational policies
• Participate in clinical research of high academic caliber related to program goals and activities.
• Other duties and responsibilities as required

Professional Development:

• Maintains professional requirements and ongoing active participation in professional development
• Maintains current knowledge and skills in clinical practice
• Participates in quality improvement activities
• Offers training support, contributing to team members’ and other healthcare providers’ knowledge, professional development, and clinical skills
• Act as a resource to other practice members

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to function cooperatively with physicians and clinic staff in a multidisciplinary setting
• Ability to build a good working relationship with patients, families and other healthcare professionals
• Understanding and adherence to confidentiality
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a team, respect other’s views and opinions
• Ability to act responsibly and accountably
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Flexibility in approach to work, including the ability to work on own initiative and to prioritize workload
• Awareness of strengths and limitations, attention to Nurse Practitioners’ Competencies and Scope in Practice
• Ability to develop new skills and apply theory to practice
• Ability to make evidence-based decisions
• Ability to monitor clinical standards

Qualifications:

• Current Registration & Practice Permit as a Nurse Practitioner with the College of Registered Nurses in Alberta (CRNA)
• Eligible for registration as a prescriber with Tracked Prescription Program (TPP) Alberta
• Successful completion of an approved NP program at a Master of Nursing level or equivalent
• Experience working within a primary care setting preferred
• Primary Care nursing experience is preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for a healthcare provider

To apply for this position, email your cover letter, resume and professional references. The Grande Prairie PCN thanks you for your interest in this position, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: $57.95-$72.05 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Application question(s):

• Are you eligible for registration as a prescriber with Tracked Prescription Program (TPP) Alberta?

Education:

• Master’s Degree (required)

Experience:

• primary care setting: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• CRNA licence (required)

Work Location: In perso