Nurse Practitioner Primary Health Care Mental Health

Please Note: If you are a current Oak Valley Health employee, apply to this job via the internal Workday application.Oak Valley Health is honoured to provide care on the traditional and treaty territory of the Anishinaabeg, and acknowledge our closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. Today, this area is home to many diverse Indigenous Peoples, and we acknowledge the health disparities and barriers Indigenous Peoples face in accessing care. To support true healing, we are committed to understanding these challenges, learning from Indigenous knowledge, and taking action together to improve safe and equitable health care for current and future generations.Who you are:You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courageYou are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standardYou are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skillsClosing date: The Nurse Practitioner (NP), ALC Reactivation Care (RCC) will provide comprehensive nursing services, including health promotion, disease and injury prevention, treatment, cure, rehabilitation and support for older adults at the Reactivation Care Center site of the Markham Stouffville Hospital. The NP will need advanced knowledge and decision-making skills to provide a comprehensive health focused approach in meeting the needs of older adults.The NP will practice within the interprofessional team model and be responsible for promoting best practices in geriatric care and promote excellence in the nursing care of older adults through direct patient care and consultation. The NP will work collaboratively with members of the Markham Stouffville Hospital team to assist in the reactivation of older adults designated as Alternate Level of Care (ALC). The successful candidate may occasionally be required to travel to the MSH site (for patient transfers, educational days etc.)What you bring to Oak Valley Health:Master’s DegreeCurrent registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario as an RN (EC) - Nurse Practitioner-Primary Health Care (PHCNP) or Nurse Practitioner-Adult (NP-Adult)Minimum of five (5) years of demonstrated current expertise in geriatric care and managementMembership in the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario & Nurse Practitioner Association of Ontario, preferredNational certification in Gerontology Nursing from the Canadian Nurses Association, preferredAdvanced clinical knowledge and implementation of evidenced based practiceSuperior interpersonal, coaching, and leadership skillsExcellent decision making, problem recognition and problem solving skillsDemonstrated commitment to continuing professional developmentA strong desire and capacity to promote professional practice and excellence in evidence-based, patient centered careDemonstrated competency in the following areas: health assessment and diagnosis; health care management and therapeutic intervention; health promotion and prevention of illness, injury and complications in the care of older adultsDemonstrates the competencies to autonomously diagnose, order and interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe pharmaceuticals and perform procedures within the RN(EC) legislated scope of practice and designated medical directives, as appropriateAdvanced knowledge, skill and decision making and expertise in the nursing care of complex frail older adultsFacilitates application of relevant information to make effective judgments and decisions to lead the management of care for older adultsEffective communication skills, engages others, and is a reflective listener and learnerEvidence of program design, resource development and project management skillsSelf-directed, works independently and able to achieve outcomesProven analytical thinking and proactive problem solving and decision making skillsExcellent report writing skillsProficient with computer programs including, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.Working knowledge of the College of Nurses of Ontario standards of practiceDemonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standardsDemonstrates a commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with organization related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as requiredWork Schedule:Monday - Friday 0900 - 1700Please note schedules may change due to operational needs.Compensation:C - NPRange:$65.07 - $81.38Who we are:Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community health care organizations and include Markham Stouffville Hospital, Uxbridge Hospital, and our Reactivation Care Centre. Across our hospitals and the RCC we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 468,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).Our 542 physicians, 35 midwives, over 3,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an honoured to care mindset and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond. Oak Valley Health diversity statementOak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health. Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We are honoured to be recognized as one of Forbes Canada's Best Employers for Diversity 2023. Learn more about our commitment to EDI.