Nurse Practitioner

What We Do

The South-East Ottawa Community Health Centre (SEOCHC) is a community-based organization that has provided integrated, interdisciplinary team-based care for over 40 years. Our mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of people who face inequities – by providing accessible community health and social services.  We look to bring people together with the resources, expertise and services they need so that we can do our part to build a healthy, thriving community. At the heart of our delivery model are our shared commitment to equity and social justice, whole person health, community collaboration, heart driven integrity and evidence informed excellence.

Our talented, passionate team at SEOCHC makes a real and tangible impact on the lives of the residents of our community. We collaborate to deliver best-in-class services and care, and we're looking for Relief Nurse Practitioners to join us in our mission.

Overview

We are seeking several Nurse Practitioners to work as members of the interprofessional primary care team, which includes physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, administrative staff, and allied health professionals.

The NP operates as the Most Responsible Provider and will serve clients in collaboration with the interprofessional team, in walk-in and as rostered patients, provide coverage for clients of other providers when on leave, support same day/urgent appointment requests, participate in interdisciplinary case reviews, and support clients in accessing services available across the centre.

Qualifications:

• Baccalaureate in Nursing and Diploma/Master of Nursing (Nurse Practitioner)
• Registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario – Extended class
• Minimum two years' experience as a nurse practitioner in a community or primary care setting; Experience in mental health is an asset
• Strong clinical skills and diagnostic abilities: Performs medical examinations and evaluations, diagnoses, treatment, follow-up, consultation and health education
• Previous experience working with culturally diverse and marginalized populations
• Knowledge and training in trauma-informed care, psychotherapy modalities are an asset
• Knowledge and understanding of the Community Health Centre model of health and well-being
• Ability to work independently and be self-directed
• Effective organizational, critical thinking, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication skills and ability to adapt communication styles to meet the needs of clients, health team members and community partners
• Fluency in English is required. French and other languages is an asset
• Proficiency in the use of computers and various software applications
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends
• Police Record Check for the Vulnerable Sector required

Salary (commensurate with experience):

• Salary range: $ $74.82

Additional Information

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This posting is for an existing position. Artificial Intelligence will not be used to screen, assess or select applicants for this position. Thank you for your time and interest, however, please note that only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Centre is committed to employment equity. SEOCHC will provide accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process. If at any stage in the selection process you require accommodation due to disability, please let us know the nature of the required accommodation.

We strongly encourage applications from individuals who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, including but not limited to Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, persons with disabilities, and others with lived experience of systemic barriers to equity.

Location

Ottawa, Ontario

Department

Health Services

Employment Type

Contract-Relief

Compensation

$ $74.82