Nurse Practitioner

Health Match BC

$90K — $120K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Nursing with a focus on Adult Nurse Practitioner training
  • At least 2-3 years of experience in a clinical environment, preferably with vulnerable populations
  • Strong understanding of addictions medicine and mental health services
  • Certification as a Nurse Practitioner in your province
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct patient care at various service sites including homes and recovery centers
  • Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers to develop treatment plans
  • Conduct assessments and create individualized healthcare strategies
  • Support patients through addiction recovery and provide education on health management
  • Engage with community resources and assist patients in navigating healthcare services

Benefits

  • No after-hours or on-call duties
  • Collaborative work environment with a focus on a multidisciplinary approach
  • Opportunity to serve underprivileged communities
  • Access to regular professional development and training opportunities
  • Supportive workplace culture focused on employee well-being
Full Job Description
Role and Facility Information

This is an ideal opportunity for an Adult Nurse Practitioner interested in working with vulnerable populations, addictions medicine, and youth. This is a collaborative position within the Cowichan Primary Care Network.

As well as working at the Cowichan Wellness Recovery Centre and the Overdose Prevention Site, additional service sites include patient homes and MHSU housing sites in Cowichan. The Cowichan Wellness Recovery Centre and the Overdose Prevention Site provides primary care to the under-serviced population in the Cowichan Valley. This position works alongside Addiction Medicine physicians and NPs.

There are no after-hours or on-call expectations in this service.

Community Information:
Residents of the Cowichan Valley live a stress-free lifestyle among magnificent forests, mountains, lakes, and rivers. With great hiking, mountain biking, hang gliding, nature viewing, and scuba diving, Cowichan provides endless opportunities. The leading industry in the region is forestry and there are several farms and agriculture businesses in the area.
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