Close Date
Location
Hillside Seniors Health Centre (HSHC) - Victoria, BC V8T 2B7 CA (Primary)
Work Area (FBA Only)
Multi-Site
No
Travel Requirement
Travel between multiple sites may be required
Shift Start Time/End Time
Days Off
Weekend/Stats
Vacancy Type
Temp FT
Salary Range (Hourly Rate)
$76.61 - $84.27
Paid FTE
1.0
Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS
75
Planned Start Date
Dec. 15 2025
Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)
Mar. 31 2027
Pending Return of Incumbent
Yes
CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)
Required for Professional Registration
Job Description
The Nurse Practitioner is responsible and accountable for the comprehensive assessment of patients/clients/residents including diagnosing diseases, disorders and conditions. The Nurse practitioner initiates treatment including health care management, therapeutic interventions and prescribes medications in accordance with the statutory and regulatory standards, limits and conditions, policy and guidelines. The Nurse Practitioner provides professional guidance to other health professionals and practices autonomously and interdependently within the context of an interdisciplinary health care team, making referrals to physicians and others as appropriate.
This position collaborates with patients/clients/residents and other members of the interdisciplinary team to identify and asses trends and patterns that have implications for patients/clients/residents, families and communities; develops and implement population and evidence based strategies to improve health and participates in policy-making activities that influence health services and practices. The position participates in peer review and self review to evaluate the outcome of services at the patient/client/resident, community and population level.
QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And ExperienceRegistration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing NP registrant and two (2) years of recent, relevant clinical nursing experience.
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 other 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/client/resident care.
- Ability to self-assess performance an assume responsibility and accountability for own professional development, educational or consultative assistance when appropriate.
- Physical ability carry out the duties of the position.
Link to Full Job Description
https://jd.viha.ca/JD2111.pdf
Additional information for applicants
Some travel may be required as part of this NP role. This 6-month Temporary Full-Time position is located at Health Point Care Centre, a Primary Care site that serves all ages, including priority and vulnerable populations (not just seniors). Come work in a group setting as part of a supportive team of Physicians, Nurses, and other NPs. The Centre is currently being revitalized in partnership with the SI-UPCC leadership, with many improvements to come!The BCCNM has removed the OSCE requirement as of May 6, 2025. If you would like more information or have questions, please contact Recruiter, Mia Tapp at
[email protected].
Additional Clauses
Requisition CA
Non Contract
Affiliation/Union
Non-Contract Management
