Nurse Practitioner, Emergency Department - Hospital

Land Acknowledgement

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. The land is encompassed within Treaty 13, Treaty 20, and the Williams Treaty.

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.

• You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage
• You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard
• You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills

The NP will work within their full scope of practice as outlined by the Regulated Health Professions Act and practice in accordance with the CNO standards, guidelines, and relevant laws.

The NP will provide direct patient care, consultation and education to patients and families in the ED.

The NP will order and interpret diagnostics, develop treatment plans, and perform interventions. The NP will work independently and in collaboration with medical and nursing staff, and engage in research and Quality Improvement projects as appropriate. Specific role and practice responsibilities will be determined based on operational needs.

The NP role in the ED is growing at Oak Valley Health with exciting new opportunities on the horizon including a Provider in Triage role. This role offers the NP the chance to help shape a new model of care in our ED by working as a dedicated provider in triage. In this capacity, the NP will independently order diagnostic tests and expedite patient assessments right from the point of arrival, accelerating time to care and making a direct, meaningful impact on patient flow and outcomes.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated NP to lead innovation at the front door of emergency care.

Applicants must be registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) and have the knowledge, skills and clinical competence required to assess and manage patients across the lifespan, including pediatric and adult patients, in the Emergency Department.

Candidates who previously held a Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner (PHCNP) certificate, or an Adult or Pediatric NP certificate, are eligible to apply, provided they can demonstrate the competencies and experience required for the role. Previous Primary Health Care NP preparation and/or relevant Emergency Department NP experience is considered an asset.

• Currently Registered or eligible for licensure in good standing as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
• Current Certificate of competence from the CNO as RN (EC) - Nurse Practitioner-Primary Health Care (PHCNP)
• BScN Required
• BCLS required
• ACLS preferred
• Successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner Program from a recognized University, Masters level preferred
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in the Emergency Department is required
• Current membership with the RNAO and the NPAO is an asset
• Experience working with patients of all ages
• Demonstrated strong leadership and clinical skills
• Previous experience with suturing, wound care, and special procedures such as casting are considered an asset
• Demonstrated evidence of Interprofessional collaboration with Physicians, nurses and other allied health professionals
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Critical thinking
• Ability to be self-directed in clinical practice particularly in the areas of assessment, intervention/therapeutics and diagnosis
• In-depth knowledge of the legislation and guidelines that govern NP practice within the Emergency Department setting
• Must be willing to work flexible hours and willingness to pivot to support patient…