COMPANY BIO

At Quinte Health, our four hospitals unite under the core values of Imagine It’s You, Value Everyone, We All Make a Difference, and Stronger Together. We work as one team to enhance lives, improve access to high-quality care, and build healthier communities—right where people need it most.
Located on the stunning Bay of Quinte, Belleville blends small-town charm with big-city perks—vibrant dining, festivals, waterfront adventures, scenic trails, and great shopping.
As the largest Quinte Health hospital, Belleville General Hospital (BGH) offers diverse opportunities across medicine, critical care, emergency, surgery, maternal-child care, mental health, rehab, and oncology. We collaborate regionally to provide top-tier care.
At BGH, you’ll thrive in a dynamic, supportive, and team-driven environment. Newcomers learn from experienced professionals, fostering growth and a shared passion for making a real impact. Come be part of something amazing!

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Patient Services Manager, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) role will support and enhance an interprofessional team model inclusive of the NP scope of practice within the Maternal Child Program. The NP primary roles will include MRP for well-newborns with no primary care practitioner or those whose primary care practitioner does not have hospital privileges and outpatient newborn follow-up in the hyperbilirubinemia clinic. Areas of clinical competency include clinical practice, leadership, education, and research. The NP will work in collaboration with physicians, nurses, and other members of the interprofessional team practicing in accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario Professional Standards. The NP will provide leadership and assist with professional development of team members through participation in education initiatives. The NP will also play a significant role in the education of patients and families as well as provide direct comprehensive care to the patient population. The NP will work in partnership with interprofessional team members to implement a collaborative model within the acute care setting that will positively impact the patient experience.

• MRP for newborns on the Mother-Baby Unit
• Provide well-newborn assessments
• Provide outpatient newborn follow-up for hyperbilirubinemia as required
• Promote evidenced based best practice to improve the quality of care and patient experience for newborns and their families
• Promote optimal allocation of resources
• Function as an expert practitioner who provides for the clinical needs of patients either directly or as a resource by providing consultation or advice indirectly to support staff
• Collaborates within the departmental/program team on quality improvement and safety initiatives and staff development activities
• Promote collaborative team relationships and effective communication amongst interprofessional team members and act as liaison with other departments to problem solve and ensure effective communication flow
• Assist in evaluating patient care outcomes and staff performance in achieving these outcomes