Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Position Summary
Northern Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join the team at the Skidegate Health Centre and the Haida Gwaii Hospital and Health Centre. This full-time position offers the opportunity to provide longitudinal primary care to patients of all ages in a supportive, community-based setting. The NP will attach a patient panel. The role is well-integrated within the clinic and supported by a collaborative team, including public health staff and administrative support. The clinic uses C-MOIS Electronic Medical Record (EMR) for documentation and care coordination.

Key Responsibilities
Provide longitudinal primary care to a diverse patient population across the lifespan.
Attach patients per the Provincial Attachment System (NNPBC).
Use Electronic Medical Record (EMR) for documentation and clinical workflows.
Collaborate with public health staff and other team members to support patient care.
Participate in team-based care and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications & Skills
Eligible for registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a Nurse Practitioner.
Strong background in primary care.
Excellent clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Commitment to culturally safe and trauma-informed care.

Primary and Community Care
Northern Health’s approach to person and family-centered care involves creating health care teams, which include your doctor or nurse practitioner and other health care professionals, to provide a range of health care services. The quality of care increases by providing continuity of care over time and across settings, and will result in better long-term health outcomes.

Community:
Information about living, working, and thriving in the area is available through Daajing Giids

Salary Range:

New Graduate NP - $149,382
1 Year Experience - $156,851
2 Years Experience - $164,320

Incentives & Support

Competitive compensation and benefits.
Supportive team environment with mentorship opportunities
Flexible scheduling options.
Comprehensive orientation and ongoing clinical support.
Professional development funds are available based on a learning plan after 6 months of work.
Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
Four weeks of vacation with one year of continuous service

Qualfications
Education and Experience
- Completion of BCCNM approved Master’s degree level nurse practitioner program.
- Eligible for registration as a Nurse Practitioner with British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to communicate and collaborate with patients/clients/residents and families about health findings, diagnosis, treatment, self-care and prognosis.
- Ability to collaborate, consult with and formally refer patients/clients/residents to physicians and other health professionals when appropriate.
- Ability to critically assess and evaluate health research literature to determine best practices; ability to introduce education and evidence-based research.
- Ability to assess and recognize population health trends; ability to plan and implement strategies for population-based prevention and health promotion.
- Ability to implement and evaluate planned change.
- Ability to supervise others and evaluate the care they deliver.
- Ability to lead a team and work within a team.
- Ability to self-direct, interact, and adapt effectively with other professionals in complex, dynamic situations.
- Ability to transfer knowledge, teach, coach and mentor others.
- Ability to identify and respond appropriately to legal and ethical issues that may arise in patient/resident/client care.
- Ability to self-assess performance and assume responsibility and accountability for own professional development, educational or consultative assistance when appropriate.