Nurse Practioner

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : Commensurate with Qualifications

Job Purpose :

The Nurse Practitioner will provide comprehensive and coordinated care to patients as a member of a collaborative primary care team. The NP partners with and complements other members of the health care team for the achievement of individual and family centered care. The goal is to provide continuity and coordination of medical care and enhanced access to programs, services, and community resources for Cold Lake First Nations Members.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• The Nurse Practitioner will conduct comprehensive health assessments, diagnose health conditions, and provide treatment and management for acute and chronic illness within a holistic model of care. NPs order and interpret screening and diagnostic tests, perform procedures, prescribe medications and therapeutic interventions, and refer to high level specialty care when needed.
• As an independent healthcare professional, the Nurse practitioner will serve as primary care provider to CLFN members.
• May require work at multiple sites and travel between the various community sites.
• Any other duties as required / requested.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required :

Working Conditions and / or Physical Requirements :