Nurse Practitioner

The Registered Nurse—Nurse Practitioner is an integral member of the health care team who will provide and coordinate initial, continuing and comprehensive advanced nursing service to the community of Onion Lake. The spectrum of health services provided encompasses: health promotion and maintenance of wellness, illness and injury prevention, health condition, and health care management of common acute and chronic illnesses, including ordering diagnostic investigations and prescribing treatments including medications. The RN (NP) will collaborate and make referrals to other health care professionals and participate in community development initiatives.

The ideal candidate will:

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse—Nurse Practitioner with the SRNA and CARNA
• Baccalaureate degree in Nursing Preferred
• Relevant clinical nursing experience
• Level C Basic Cardiac Life Support
• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to communicate and collaborate with clients and family members in regards to health findings, diagnosis, treatment options and self-care.
• Ability to collaborate with other health care professionals and work together in a team approach
• Ability to provide empathetic and respectful holistic care to clients and family
• Ability to demonstrate strong communication skills both verbally and written
• Current Transportation of Dangerous Goods Course
• Oxygen Administration Course
• WHMIS