Nurse Practitioner

Job Posting

Position Title : Nurse Practitioner

Job Type : Permanent, Full Time

Salary Range : $107,908 – $124,615 (currently under review)

Benefits : Leave entitlements and HOOPP Pension Plan

Department : Primary Health Care

Reporting to : Director, Integrated Health Services

Application Deadline : April 22, 2025 or until position is filled

About us

We are Somerset West Community Health Centre (SWCHC), a non-profit, community-governed organization that serves over 18,000 clients annually. Established in 1978, SWCHC provides a wide range of health care services such as primary health care, health promotion, community development, mental health, and harm reduction. We are deeply connected to the communities we serve and committed to removing barriers to accessing services for people who experience vulnerabilities because of their age, income, ability, sexual orientation or gender identity, and language or culture.

SWCHC strives to ensure that our team reflects the communities we serve. We work within an anti-racist, anti-oppressive framework that acknowledges the existence and impacts of systemic racism and seeks to ensure that systems are fair and equitable for everyone.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Director of Integrated Health Services, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a key member of the interdisciplinary team, delivering comprehensive primary health care services in both the Primary Health Care (PHC) clinic and the Homelessness and Addiction Recovery Treatment (HART) Hub. Practicing to full scope, the NP provides culturally responsive care, working both independently and collaboratively within an interprofessional team.

The NP is responsible for delivering primary health care services in accordance with the Standards of Practice for Registered Nurses in the Extended Class and the Expanded Nursing Services for Patients Act. This includes health promotion, counseling, disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and referrals to specialists or diagnostic testing. Both the PHC clinic and the HART Hub provide clinical services, requiring the NP to manage a diverse range of health conditions while addressing the complex needs of the populations served.

The NP plays an active role in the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of programs and services, ensuring accessible and high-quality care for individuals with diverse health, social, cultural, and economic needs. Functioning both autonomously and within a collaborative team environment, the NP contributes to the advancement of program goals, enhancing health outcomes within the community.

Requirements

This role is designated for Equity Deserving Groups. Identifying as a member of the African, Caribbean, and Black community is a requirement for this position. In keeping with our commitment to equity, applicants are encouraged to self-identify in their applications.

Education

• Current extended class certificate (NP-PHC) and unrestricted registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Knowledge of ODSP application process
• Certification in CPR (BLS-C)
• Previous Hepatitis / HIV treatment experience preferred

Professional Experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Language Capability

Somerset West Community Health Centre is an equal opportunity employer who values the diversity of individuals in our programs and services.

We welcome and encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and racialized communities, Two-Spirit, nonbinary, LGBTQ+ people; people with disabilities; and members of other equity deserving communities. Applicants are encouraged to share accessibility needs in the application process, and every attempt will be made to accommodate them.

Due to the high volume of applicants, we can neither confirm receipt of nor respond to inquiries regarding your application. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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