Nurse Practitioner | Primary Care & MHSU

Position Summary

Interior Health is seeking a qualified Nurse Practitioner to join our team on a permanent basis in Castlegar, British Columbia. This unique and rewarding position will involve providing comprehensive all ages primary care, including individuals with mental health (MH) and substance use (SU) disorders. Additionally, the successful candidate will care for individuals who are unattached to a primary care provider or referred from the Health Connect Registry (HCR).

As part of an interdisciplinary team, you will deliver longitudinal, patient-centered care to this specialized population. While this is not an Opioid Agonist Treatment (OAT) clinic, you may provide OAT services to patients in your care.

This position does not include outreach services; however, you may work in partnership with outreach workers to support patients who face challenges accessing care on-site.

You will work alongside another Nurse Practitioners, allowing for collaboration within a supportive and dynamic team environment. This role offers the opportunity to engage with various community agencies and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to deliver holistic, culturally safe care to patients.

*On-call may be required.

Salary Range: Salary range for the position is $74.74/hour - $82.21/hour. Interior Health establishes salaries within the minimum and maximum of the salary range based on consideration of the qualifications, experience of the applicant.

What We Offer:

Hours: 8:00-16:00

Competitive Remuneration: Enjoy a rewarding salary and benefits package designed to recognize and value your experience and dedication.

Exceptional Career Growth: Take advantage of excellent opportunities for professional development, advancement, and training to support your career aspirations.

Employer-Paid Training & Education: Access ongoing learning opportunities with employer-sponsored training to help you stay at the forefront of your profession.

Work-Life Balance: We believe in supporting our employees with flexible schedules and a healthy work-life balance to ensure both professional and personal success. We provide options for maternity &/or paternity leave top-up.

Why Join Us?

Be Part of a Thriving, Supportive Team: Join a dynamic healthcare team that values collaboration, mutual support, and shared success. Work alongside passionate professionals who are committed to providing exceptional care and making a difference every day.

Make a Real Impact: Your expertise will directly influence the health and well-being of our patients, clients, and residents, as well as positively impact health outcomes. You'll have the opportunity to create lasting change and improve lives.

Endless Growth & Development: We are deeply invested in your professional growth. Enjoy ongoing opportunities for continuous learning, skill development, and leadership roles that will help you advance in your career and reach your full potential.

Collaborative, Interdisciplinary Environment: Thrive in an inclusive, team-oriented setting where diverse perspectives are valued. You'll collaborate with healthcare professionals from various disciplines, creating an environment rich in learning and innovation.

Work-Life Harmony: We prioritize your well-being by offering flexibility and a healthy work-life balance, so you can excel both professionally and personally.

Key Responsibilities:

Diagnosis and Treatment: Assess and diagnose undifferentiated diseases and conditions, provide treatment, and prescribe medications in line with the Nurse Practitioner’s scope of practice and regulatory standards.

Care Management: Monitor ongoing care, order diagnostic investigations, interpret results, and develop tailored treatment plans to optimize patient outcomes.

Patient Communication: Establish care priorities, provide follow-up treatment, and communicate effectively with patients and families about diagnoses, care plans, and prognoses.

Collaboration and Consultation: Work closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to assess, diagnose, and create individualized treatment plans. May also admit and discharge patients as per organizational policies.

Prescribing Medication: Prescribe medications within legal and regulatory guidelines, ensuring the safe and effective use of pharmaceutical treatments.

Leadership and Supervision: Lead and guide other nursing and healthcare personnel. Provide education, supervision, and performance evaluations to support professional development.

Research and Innovation: Contribute to research aimed at enhancing patient care and advancing nursing practices. Participate in initiatives to influence healthcare policies and population health strategies.

Health Promotion:Lead health promotion activities and screenings, focusing on at-risk populations to prevent illness and promote well-being.

Education and Mentorship: Facilitate interdisciplinary education through case presentations, mentoring, and collaboration in clinical and community settings. Support continuous learning and knowledge sharing.

Policy Development: Develop, implement, and evaluate policies related to nursing, interdisciplinary care, and health system practices.

Palliative and Long-Term Care: Serve as the most responsible provider for patients in palliative, hospice, and long-term care settings when required.

Safety and Compliance: Adhere to Occupational Health and Safety guidelines to maintain a safe and healthy work environment. Ensure compliance with training and incident investigation protocols.

Additional Responsibilities: Perform other duties as necessary to support patient care and organizational goals.

Honouring Interior Health’s commitment to Truth and Reconciliation and the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA), and Pursuant to Section 42 of the BC Human Rights Code, preferential consideration and/or hiring will be given to qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit)