Nurse Practitioner (Permanent Full-Time) - Riverview Manor - 174640

Open to the Public

Nurse Practitioner

Health PEI

Location – Riverview Manor, Montague – Primary

Colville Manor, Souris - Secondary

Permanent Full-Time (PEINU) Position

Commencing Immediately

Health PEI values the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that a diverse, equitable and inclusive work-place culture can bring. Not only does this help us deliver better outcomes, more innovation, but it also creates a safer space for our patients when our employees are more reflective of the communities we serve. It is important for us to create an environment where our employees are comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work and challenging the status quo to make Health PEI a better more inclusive employer and healthcare system. We recognize we have more work to do but finding intentional ways to grow our understanding and support of those who have faced barriers due to accessibility, ethnicity, ancestry, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, language or other grounds is a key priority for us. We encourage underrepresented groups to join our team, be yourself, and help us achieve our vision for an inclusive workplace and healthcare system.

The Long-Term Care Nurse Practitioner functions autonomously within a person centered, collaborative practice setting while providing advanced holistic care of acute and chronic illness to residents from move in to end of life. The purpose of this position is to maintain, improve, restore and optimize the health status of residents within the Long-Term Care setting. The Nurse Practitioner manages a resident caseload as an integral member of Long-Term Care Team. There will be some evenings, nights, weekends, and on-call responsibilities required.

Duties will include:

• Perform comprehensive, focused health assessments including a health history and physical examination using a holistic framework and multiple assessment techniques relevant to a client’s stage of development, culture and health;
• analyse resident symptoms and assessment data by applying the principles of pathophysiology, pathogenesis, epidemiology, demographics and relevant research;
• determine the need for and order treatments and medications, as well as interpret the results of relevant screening and diagnostic tests;
• systematically compare and contrast clinical, behavioural and diagnostic data to determine differential and working diagnosis;
• provide direct guidance and counselling on health promotion and illness prevention strategies in accordance with resident health status and needs;
• participate in the overall evaluation of Long-Term Care programs and services;
• collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to identify resident population health needs and resources and provide input as requested for Long Term Care programs;
• ensure person centered care philosophy, professional standards and clinical competence are reflected in all educational content taught by Long Term Care Nurse Practitioners, and are demonstrated by nursing staff in the work unit;
• performing other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have a Masters Degree in Nursing as a Nurse Practitioner or graduation from or completed the requirements to graduate from an approved and recognized Nurse Practitioner program. Extensive experience working as a Registered Nurse is required.
• Active or eligible for licensure as a Nurse Practitioner with the Prince Edward Island College of Nursing & Midwifery           
• Critical thinking proficiency to assess, analyse, diagnose, select treatment, evaluate, and refer patients with common acute or chronic health conditions, or for health promotion/illness prevention.
• Skilled in independent performance of advanced elective procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a person centered, interdisciplinary environment with excellent collaborative, team building and consultative skills.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), and ability to relate to residents, families, staff and others with sensitivity, empathy and warmth. 
• Thorough knowledge and proficiency in medical and nursing physical assessment and treatment methods.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and present information on person centered care and trends in nursing and Long-Term Care.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Must possess a valid driver’s licence and have access to a reliable vehicle.
• The successful applicant must have a good previous work and attendance record.
• The successful applicant must provide a satisfactory criminal record check prior to beginning employment.

Other Qualifications:

• Education with adult focus and experience in long term care/geriatrics/restorative care would be an asset.

Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. The successful candidate will be the only individual receiving written notification of competition results. The "Notification of Successful Candidates" list posted on the Employment Opportunity board will serve to inform all other applicants of competition results

External candidates may be eligible to receive a $8,000 or $18,000 Nurse Practitioner Incentive, plus a $5,000 Rural or $8,000 Student Loan Incentive depending on location of employment. To be eligible for recruitment incentives candidates must hold a 1.0 FTE, this can be a full-time role or a combination of part-time positions. Relocation Assistance may be available to part or full-time candidates.

Salary Range:                     $57.94 - $65.59 per hour (Level 20)

Bi-Weekly Hours:              75 hours Bi-Weekly / Mon – Fri 8am-4pm / Participation in an On-Call Group,

                                                Occasional Need to go in After Hrs

Posting Id:                           174640-0826RMPI

Closing Date:                      Open until Filled

Where possible, submitting an electronic resume or job application is preferred. Otherwise, applications may be submitted by mail to the PEI Public Service Commission at either P.O. Box 2000, Charlottetown, PE C1A 7N8, or c/o ACCESS PEI/ACCÈS Î.-P.-É., 120 Heather Moyse Drive, Summerside, PE C1N 5L2. Applications may also be sent by fax to (902) 368-4383 or (902) 888-8083. As receipt of faxed applications cannot be guaranteed, applicants are encouraged to confirm receipt by telephone or in person prior to the closing date. Please ensure the appropriate Job Posting ID number is included on all application materials. Applications may be submitted online, and application forms may be obtained at www.jobspei.ca, any ACCESS PEI/ACCÈS Î.-P.-É. location, PEI Government office, Regional Services Centre, or by telephone at (902) 368-4080 or (902) 888-8013.