Nurse Practitioner

Calian is proud to continue a long-standing contractual relationship with the Department of National Defence (DND) to provide healthcare services to the Canadian Armed Forces. Through the Health Care Provider Contract, Calian employs health care professionals across Canada who are integral to supporting the health and wellbeing of our military members.

Position Overview

Calian is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to add to our clinical team working CFB Wainwright in Alberta. This is a full time opportunity. The Nurse Practitioner functions as an essential member of the health care team in the provision of comprehensive, multidisciplinary, collaborative primary health care services to Canadian Armed Forces members. These services include primary care, occupational, minor trauma care, health promotion, prevention of diseases, women's health, diversity health, injuries, rehabilitation, and support services.

Please as me about our sign on bonus or financial assistance with relocation or if you have any questions at rachel.jacques@calian.com.

Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive health assessments using sound clinical judgment, diagnostic and therapeutic skills.
• Practices autonomously and is solely accountable for his / her actions while practicing.
• Consults with physicians or other health care professionals when the client’s condition requires care beyond the scope of NP practice.
• Makes appropriate medical employment limitation recommendations in accordance with the Surgeon General’s guidelines.
• Prescribes medications and orders x-rays, ultrasounds, and lab tests in accordance with the Standards of Practice for RNs in the Extended Class
• Implements strategies to promote health and prevent illness with individuals, families or groups.
• Collaborates on the management of Members with stable chronic illnesses (such as diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia, and asthma) through a predetermined referral process.
• Refers patients to other providers or programs according to the patient’s need.

Qualifications

Additional Requirements

Compensation

$80 - $90 hourly plus possible sign on bonus

Vacancy

We have one available position

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