POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Program Manager at Insight Health Solutions, the Nurse Practitioner will utilize their comprehensive theoretical knowledge base and advanced level of clinical competence to support the development and clinical needs of exciting innovative programs at Insight Health Solutions.
This Nurse Practitioner will act as a clinical resource and lead the clinical design, implementation, and operational support for upcoming clinical initiatives requiring Nurse Practitioner expertise, such as but not limited to, the Solutions Clinic and its programs and provide clinical expertise for development of clinical protocols, patient flow processes, and monitoring quality indicators to ensure safe, effective, and patient-centered care.
This Nurse Practitioner will also provide coverage as required in Insight Health Solutions for programs which include but are not limited to the Infusion Clinic, IHS’ Occupational Health services for employers, in-person medical assessment and` treatment services to employers, and patients directly
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) will utilize a comprehensive theoretical knowledge base and an advanced level of clinical competence in caring for patients within these programs. This will involve performing patient care assessments and coordinating care for patients with complex co-morbidities, ordering appropriate diagnostic tests, pain and symptom management, and patient education. The NP will be instrumental in helping patients navigate the system to improve access and optimize safe and high-quality outcomes thereby, enhancing a positive patient experience.
As a nursing leader, the Nurse Practitioner will perform quality improvement, monitoring and evaluation, complete administrative activities and participate in the development/revisions of policy and procedure. Other key components of the role may entail supporting research activities; developing, delivering, coordinating and participating in education and professional development activities/programs; performing activities to further develop and strengthen the profession; acting as a resource and mentor; and serving as a consultant to individuals and groups within the professional community and other hospitals/agencies.
Responsibilities: ( The NP works within 4 domains of practice)

KNOWLEDGE TRANSLATION:

• Participates in the development and evaluation of the clinical programs including collecting and documenting data as required for program evaluation.
• Analyzes, appraises and synthesizes research and best practices to use as a foundation for enhancing the delivery of quality patient care.
• Uses knowledge translation techniques in innovative ways to put research-based knowledge into daily practice and to support and educate other members of the health care team.Contributes to the dissemination of nursing knowledge through presentations and publications.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum masters level nurse practitioner preparation

• Primary Health Care NP ( Registered Nurse in the Extended Class ) in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario Master’s degree in Nursing with specialized clinical focus in Nurse Practitioner Practice.
• Completion of education to prescribe controlled substances required by the College of Nurses of Ontario or equivalent.
• Advanced assessment and diagnostic reasoning skills
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to develop positive relationships with patients, families, physicians and inter-professional team members
• Experience with research methodology, program planning and evaluation
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification
• Satisfactory performance and attendance required
• Demonstrated experience and leadership in education and research.
• Current experience and demonstrated success as a Nurse Practitioner Practice in primary care in a using a virtual platform.
• Demonstrated and comprehensive understanding of symptom management related to this patient population is required.
• Ability to function as an independent practitioner and a collaborative team member.
• Membership in the Nurse Practitioners’ Association of Ontario (NPAO) or Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario is strongly preferred.
• Excellent team building, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

Internal Candidates who believe they possess the necessary qualifications and experience for this position and who have been in their current position for at least six (6) months are encouraged to apply.
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