Nurse Practitioner - Minor Injury and Illness Clinic

Position Overview

Under the general direction of Manager Health Services, as part of the multidisciplinary team, the Nurse Practitioner (NP)

• Applies advanced nursing and medical theory to the provision of clinical care, autonomously ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, prescribing pharmacologic agents and performing minor invasive procedures.
• Applies current / relevant nursing and medical theory, which allows for contribution to knowledge, development and involvement in advancing the nursing profession.
• Incorporates medical knowledge and advanced nursing knowledge; integrates this knowledge and experiential base into clinical practice.
• Demonstrates competence to practice autonomously in the implementation of strategies to promote health and prevent illness, is proficient in planning, implementing and evaluating complex care, and demonstrates competence to teach others.
• Provides for problem-solving among staff or between staff and patients / residents / clients and with physicians and multidisciplinary team.
• Applies skills in consultation, collaboration and systems management in providing effective care.

Experience

Education (Degree / Diploma / Certificate)

Certification / Licensure / Registration

Qualifications and Skills

Physical Requirements

Not Applicable

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