*Casual Nurse Practitioner Opportunities

We are inviting fully licensed (BCCNM) Practicing Nurse Practitioners with Primary Care experience to apply and be part of a casual pool of Nurse Practitioners, whose purpose is to provide short‑term, temporary coverage when needed to support Interior Health’s regularly employed Nurse Practitioner during vacation or leave of absences. As a Casual NP your position will be centrally based in the Professional Practice Office and reports to the NP Director. The Casual NP will be deployed to practices that match competencies and experience with a focus on rural and isolated/smaller sites/facilities where clients have limited service when the incumbent NP is away from their practice. Shifts offered to a Casual NP will typically be Monday to Friday as required, although some clinics may offer Saturday shifts. The Casual NP may be expected to be on‑call.

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Love your career AND where you live. At Interior Health, we’re proud to be B.C.’s Top Employers, offering great benefits, career growth, and a life surrounded by some of the most beautiful regions of Canada. From hiking to skiing to lakeside living, your work‑life balance has never looked this good. Join our Nurse Practitioner team!

Salary Range: $76.61/hour – $84.27/hour. Interior Health establishes salaries within the minimum and maximum of the salary range based on consideration of the qualifications and experience of the applicant.

What We Offer

• 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.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Benefit from employer‑paid vacation and time off, allowing you to recharge and maintain a healthy work‑life balance. Paid annual vacation starts at 4 weeks (20 days) and can be up to 7 weeks (35 days).
• Comprehensive Health Benefits: One of Canada’s top benefits packages, inc. medical service plan, extended health & dental coverage, employer‑paid insurance premiums, disability, and life insurance, ensuring you and your family are well taken care of.
• Retirement Savings: You may be eligible to contribute to the Municipal Pension Plan (MPP), one of the best in Canada, to help you secure your financial future.
• Work‑Life Balance: Flexible schedules and a healthy work‑life balance to ensure professional and personal success. Options for maternity &/or paternity leave top‑up are provided.

Why Join Us

• Part of a Thriving, Supportive Team: Join a dynamic healthcare team that values collaboration, mutual support, and shared success.
• Real Impact: Your expertise will directly influence the health and well‑being of patients, clients, and residents, and positively impact health outcomes.
• Endless Growth & Development: Ongoing opportunities for continuous learning, skill development, and leadership roles.
• Collaborative, Interdisciplinary Environment: Inclusive, team‑oriented setting where diverse perspectives are valued and innovation thrives.
• Work‑Life Harmony: Flexibility and a healthy work‑life balance for professional and personal excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnosis and Treatment: Assess and diagnose undifferentiated diseases and conditions, provide treatment, and prescribe medications within 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 regarding 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 per organizational policies.
• Prescribing Medication: Prescribe medications within legal and regulatory guidelines, ensuring 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, and 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.

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