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Deliver longitudinal primary care to a diverse patient population.
Attach patients per the Provincial Attachment System (PAS) guidelines.
Use Electronic Medical Record (EMR) for documentation and care coordination.
Collaborate with a supportive team of physicians, nurse practitioners, and allied health professionals.
Participate in team-based care and contribute to quality improvement initiatives
Requirements summary
Completion of BCCNM approved Master’s degree level nurse practitioner program.
Eligible for registration as a Nurse Practitioner with British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
Experience in primary care across the lifespan.
Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Commitment to culturally safe and trauma-informed care
Master’s degree in nursing from an approved programLeadershipCollaborationCommunicationMentoringDecision-makingTrauma-informed careClinical assessmentCulturally safe carePopulation health planningLegal and ethical awarenessResearch evaluation
Job description
Position Summary
The Opportunity Northern Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join the Northern Haida Gwaii Hospital & Health Centre team in Masset. This relief full-time position offers flexibility and the chance to provide longitudinal primary care to patients of all ages. The NP will attach a patient panel and contribute to a collaborative, culturally safe care environment supported by physicians, other nurse practitioners, primary care assistants, and an interprofessional team. Key Responsibilities Deliver longitudinal primary care to a diverse patient population. Attach patients per the Provincial Attachment System (PAS) guidelines. Use Electronic Medical Record (EMR) for documentation and care coordination. Collaborate with a supportive team of physicians, nurse practitioners, and allied health professionals. Participate in team-based care and contribute to quality improvement initiatives. Qualifications & Skills Eligible for registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a Nurse Practitioner. Experience in primary care across the lifespan. Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Commitment to culturally safe and trauma-informed care. About the community Masset is situated along the shoreline of Masset Sound on Haida Gwaii, formerly known as the Queen Charlotte Islands, and is the largest village on the island. Major industries are logging, fishing and tourism. Masset provides services for a larger rural area with a population of 1,000 local residents and services a surrounding area of 2,300 including Tow Hill (unincorporated) and Old Masset (IR). incorporated in 1961, the Village of Masset (pop. 1,000) is the oldest of the island’s municipalities. The community has one elementary school and one secondary school. Check out Masset, the place where the ocean meets the shore and the sunsets are breathtaking. About the Hospital Northern Haida Gwaii Hospital and Health Centre provides medical service to Old Masset, Port Clements and surrounding areas. The hospital and health centre has 4 Acute Care beds, 1 Palliative Care bed, 4 Long-term Care beds and a 4 unit assisted living complex. Some services provided at the hospital:
Emergency
Laboratory
Diagnostic Imaging
Pharmacy
Chronic Disease Management
Physiotherapy
Speech and Language therapy
Mental Health and Substance Use service
Home and Community Care and Home Support services
Visiting specialists in Pediatrics, Orthopaedics, ENT, Nephrology, Endocrinology, Respirology, Rheumatology, Urology and Ophthalmology
Benefits
Professional development funds
Flexible scheduling options
Competitive compensation and benefits
Financial support for moving expenses
Supportive team environment with mentorship opportunities
Comprehensive orientation and ongoing clinical support
Four weeks of vacation with one year of continuous service
Video conferencing capabilities with specialists or physicians in other areas Public Health provides many services to the community. Some of these services include:
Harm reduction services
TB testing
Prenatal services with pregnancy registry
Kindergarten screening and school immunizations
Birth control, pap tests, STI testing
Salary Range
New Graduate NP - $149,382 1 Year Experience - $156,851 2 Years Experience - $164,320 Incentives & Support Competitive compensation and benefits. Supportive team environment with mentorship opportunities Flexible scheduling options. Comprehensive orientation and ongoing clinical support. Professional development funds are available based on a learning plan after 6 months of work. Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions Four weeks of vacation with one year of continuous service Qualfications Education and Experience
Completion of BCCNM approved Master’s degree level nurse practitioner program.
Eligible for registration as a Nurse Practitioner with British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to communicate and collaborate with patients/clients/residents and families about health findings, diagnosis, treatment, self-care and prognosis.
Ability to collaborate, consult with and formally refer patients/clients/residents to physicians and other health professionals when appropriate.
Ability to critically assess and evaluate health research literature to determine best practices; ability to introduce education and evidence-based research.
Ability to assess and recognize population health trends; ability to plan and implement strategies for population-based prevention and health promotion.
Ability to implement and evaluate planned change.
Ability to supervise others and evaluate the care they deliver.
Ability to lead a team and work within a team.
Ability to self-direct, interact, and adapt effectively with other professionals in complex, dynamic situations.
Ability to transfer knowledge, teach, coach and mentor others.
Ability to identify and respond appropriately to legal and ethical issues that may arise in patient/resident/client care.
Ability to self-assess performance and assume responsibility and accountability for own professional development, educational or consultative assistance when appropriate.
