Nurse Practitioner

What you will do :

• Work in the Youth Health Center providing comprehensive primary care and episodic care.
• Diagnose and manage both common and complex health conditions; provide advocacy and patient education.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Prescribe pharmaceuticals and other therapies.
• Perform procedures, interventions, and treatments which could include IUD insertion and contraceptive implant insertions.
• Join the Mosaic PCN upon hire
• Build a panel of patients through the clinics at The Alex.
• Provide guidance to members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Adhere to all health and safety regulations.
• Collect data and support evaluation process.
• Provide support in program design and development.
• Support fostering a team culture that promotes collaboration and safety as well as a harassment free environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you bring :

• Active license with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) under Family / All ages registration.
• Completion of an approved Master’s degree / Nurse Practitioner program and triplicate prescribing authority.
• Demonstrated ability to practice both independently and within an interdisciplinary team.
• Knowledge, skills and abilities to work with complex individuals experiencing addictions, mental health, isolation, homelessness and poverty concerns.
• Strong communication skills and ability to adapt communication style to meet the unique needs of individuals.
• Comfort using harm reduction, strength based, and trauma informed care approaches is required.
• Ability to set boundaries yet able to effectively build relationships with hard to engage patients.
• High level of initiative, flexibility and professionalism.
• Experience with or willingness to obtain training in addiction medicine and harm reduction including opioid replacement therapy (Suboxone, Sublocade, Methadone).
• Interest and experience in sexual health including pre / postnatal care is an asset.
• Experience with mental health assessment, support and treatment is beneficial.
• Experience working with gender diverse individuals is an asset.
• Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team model and innovative outreach service delivery model.
• Experience with community outreach and crisis intervention is an asset.
• Knowledge of social services and non-profit services in Calgary is an asset.
• Minimum age of 25 years to fulfill fleet vehicle driving requirements.
• Class 5 driver’s license and a clean 3-year drivers abstract are required.
• HCP / BLS level CPR & AED, as well as First Aid (Basic or Intermediate) Level C CPR & AED within 30 days of hire date; certification must be valid for a minimum of 6 months upon hire.
• A satisfactory vulnerable sector criminal record clearance and child welfare intervention check are required.
• Demonstrated knowledge, understanding and commitment to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada : Calls to Action.

Work Environment and Hours :

• Work at The Alex Youth Health Centre ( 2nd Ave SE)
• 0.6 FTE
• Standard Hours are generally 10-6pm. No weekends or stat holidays. Flexibility in terms of working days and availability.
• An extended period of orientation and mentorship will be provided, tailored to your experience and comfort. Enthusiastic new graduate NPs are welcome to apply.
• Extended periods of sitting, standing, bending, and walking.
• A positive team environment that encourages collaboration and continuous learning.

Benefits :

Pro-rated based on FTE

Some of the great benefits The Alex has to offer include :

• 3-weeks’ vacation
• Medical and Dental Coverage
• Health / Wellness Spending Accounts
• RRSP and / or Student Loan Repayment Program (up to 5% match)
• Personal Days
• Floating Holiday
• Sick / Wellness Days
• Employee Family Assistance Plan
• Professional Development

About The Alex : The Alex is a beacon of hope for Calgary’s most vulnerable citizens, offering wrap-around health care, housing, social, and wellness programs.

With a patient and client-centered approach, we envision a community where every individual is valued and empowered to thrive.

Our mission is to improve quality of life through accessible and integrated health, housing, and social services. With five decades of experience, we have earned a reputation for tackling tough health and social issues, guiding individuals on their journey from crisis to wellness, and from challenge to change.