Do you have a passion for nursing? We have the position for you! We are seeking a motivated Registered Nurse with a dedication for delivering compassionate patient care to join our team in Primary Care. The Primary Care Nurse (PCN) is part of an interprofessional team, providing safe, ethical care in various settings like physician practices, homes, schools, and communities. They follow up on clinical care based on the person's Care Plan and personal goals, collaborating with the team to develop care plans. The PCN offers direct clinical care to individuals, groups, and communities.
Primary Care Networks in BC are collaborations between family physicians, regional health authorities, the First Nations Health Authority, and local community partners, including nurse practitioners. They aim to improve the primary and community care system for patients and health-care providers.
What Northern Health has to offer you!
Comprehensive Benefit Packages : Including extended health and dental coverage, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have the option to pay for benefits.
Vacation : Enjoy four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service, allowing you to recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.
Financial Support for Moving Expenses : Available for eligible positions to help ease the transition to your new role and location.
Employee Referral Program : Earn rewards for referring qualified candidates to join our team.
Employer-Paid Training and Leadership Development Opportunities : We invest in your professional growth with various training programs and leadership development initiatives.
Spectacular Outdoor Activities : Northern BC offers breathtaking outdoor activities, from hiking and skiing to fishing and kayaking, perfect for nature enthusiasts.
Shortest Commutes in BC : Enjoy less time in traffic and more time doing what you love.
Loan Forgiveness Programs : Offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions, helping you manage and reduce your student loan debt.
Qualifcations
Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN or RPN registrant.
Three years recent, related clinical nursing experience in primary care nursing and/or chronic disease management settings, including experience developing and providing formal education to patients, families, the public, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Current valid B.C. Driver’s License.
Join us and make a difference in the lives of Northerners! Join us and make a difference in the lives of Northerners! Click here to learn more!
May 07, 2025
Full time
Do you have a passion for nursing? We have the position for you! We are seeking a motivated Registered Nurse with a dedication for delivering compassionate patient care to join our team in Primary Care. The Primary Care Nurse (PCN) is part of an interprofessional team, providing safe, ethical care in various settings like physician practices, homes, schools, and communities. They follow up on clinical care based on the person's Care Plan and personal goals, collaborating with the team to develop care plans. The PCN offers direct clinical care to individuals, groups, and communities.
Primary Care Networks in BC are collaborations between family physicians, regional health authorities, the First Nations Health Authority, and local community partners, including nurse practitioners. They aim to improve the primary and community care system for patients and health-care providers.
What Northern Health has to offer you!
Comprehensive Benefit Packages : Including extended health and dental coverage, and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casual employees have the option to pay for benefits.
Vacation : Enjoy four weeks of vacation after one year of continuous service, allowing you to recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.
Financial Support for Moving Expenses : Available for eligible positions to help ease the transition to your new role and location.
Employee Referral Program : Earn rewards for referring qualified candidates to join our team.
Employer-Paid Training and Leadership Development Opportunities : We invest in your professional growth with various training programs and leadership development initiatives.
Spectacular Outdoor Activities : Northern BC offers breathtaking outdoor activities, from hiking and skiing to fishing and kayaking, perfect for nature enthusiasts.
Shortest Commutes in BC : Enjoy less time in traffic and more time doing what you love.
Loan Forgiveness Programs : Offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions, helping you manage and reduce your student loan debt.
Qualifcations
Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN or RPN registrant.
Three years recent, related clinical nursing experience in primary care nursing and/or chronic disease management settings, including experience developing and providing formal education to patients, families, the public, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Current valid B.C. Driver’s License.
Join us and make a difference in the lives of Northerners! Join us and make a difference in the lives of Northerners! Click here to learn more!
The Nurse Practitioner will have a unique opportunity to work alongside an interdisciplinary team and co-create a new model of care that will focus on supporting transition for youth with chronic, complex medical conditions, rare disease and social complexity to adult services.
The Transition to Adult Care Program is an initiative that seeks to support youth with complex, chronic illness, who often experience challenges with transitioning from pediatric to adult care. As SickKids moves towards a more individualized model of care powered by Precision Child Health, we have a duty to design and implement solutions that bridge Unprecedented Outcomes from childhood to adulthood. The Nurse Practitioner will play an instrumental role in coordinating care, empowering youth and enabling providers across the continuum of care to assume collaborative care management of youth as they transition to the adult healthcare system, in the community and primary care settings.
This is an exciting opportunity to forge a new role within the health care team and innovate to find optimal solutions. We are looking for someone who is extremely motivated, flexible, and able to act as a change agent to fulfill this role.
Here's What You'll Get To Do:
Assist in the development of a new model of care that supports youth with chronic illness, rare disease and social complexity transition to adult services.
Perform detailed risk and needs assessments and advocate for youth needs.
Participate in intensive care coordination for time limited period to ensure adequate care through transition.
Assume a leadership role in influencing clinical advanced nursing practice and the provision of care.
Integrate research into practice.
Co-develop care plans with youth to reflect transition goals and enable connection to adult primary care providers (PCPs) and specialists.
Assess youth transfer needs (e.g. readiness, preparedness, adherence).
Empower youth through the development of self-management skills and motivational interviewing.
Ongoing partnership and collaboration with primary care practitioners, adult care specialists to ensure a seamless transition.
Support referrals and joint appointments between pediatric and adult subspecialists (virtually or in person, as appropriate)
Assist with funding applications in collaboration with other providers (eg: social work) and ensure families receive supports they are entitled to.
Troubleshoot transition related issues.
Here's What You'll Need:
Essential Requirements
Master's of Nursing or equivalent with a clinical focus.
Completion of a Nurse Practitioner program (within MN or post-master certificate)
Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario, within the RN (Extended Class)
Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience working with adolescents and/or young adults and navigating youth related issues
Working knowledge/experience in Primary and/or Adult care systems
Ability to navigate heath care resources and manage partnerships in both hospital and community settings.
Demonstrated initiative and ability to be self-directed as well as work as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Ability to work effectively with youth who are undergoing stressful life experiences with a trauma-informed, culturally appropriate lens.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational, time management skills and attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to use critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills.
Strong advocacy skills and motivation to pursue systems level change.
Commitment to practice in a manner that is consistent with the philosophy of continuous quality improvement and evidence-based practice.
Understanding and commitment to EDI informed practices
Employee Type: 0.5 FTE, 18 months, Part-Time Contract
Apr 21, 2025
Temporary
The Nurse Practitioner will have a unique opportunity to work alongside an interdisciplinary team and co-create a new model of care that will focus on supporting transition for youth with chronic, complex medical conditions, rare disease and social complexity to adult services.
The Transition to Adult Care Program is an initiative that seeks to support youth with complex, chronic illness, who often experience challenges with transitioning from pediatric to adult care. As SickKids moves towards a more individualized model of care powered by Precision Child Health, we have a duty to design and implement solutions that bridge Unprecedented Outcomes from childhood to adulthood. The Nurse Practitioner will play an instrumental role in coordinating care, empowering youth and enabling providers across the continuum of care to assume collaborative care management of youth as they transition to the adult healthcare system, in the community and primary care settings.
This is an exciting opportunity to forge a new role within the health care team and innovate to find optimal solutions. We are looking for someone who is extremely motivated, flexible, and able to act as a change agent to fulfill this role.
Here's What You'll Get To Do:
Assist in the development of a new model of care that supports youth with chronic illness, rare disease and social complexity transition to adult services.
Perform detailed risk and needs assessments and advocate for youth needs.
Participate in intensive care coordination for time limited period to ensure adequate care through transition.
Assume a leadership role in influencing clinical advanced nursing practice and the provision of care.
Integrate research into practice.
Co-develop care plans with youth to reflect transition goals and enable connection to adult primary care providers (PCPs) and specialists.
Assess youth transfer needs (e.g. readiness, preparedness, adherence).
Empower youth through the development of self-management skills and motivational interviewing.
Ongoing partnership and collaboration with primary care practitioners, adult care specialists to ensure a seamless transition.
Support referrals and joint appointments between pediatric and adult subspecialists (virtually or in person, as appropriate)
Assist with funding applications in collaboration with other providers (eg: social work) and ensure families receive supports they are entitled to.
Troubleshoot transition related issues.
Here's What You'll Need:
Essential Requirements
Master's of Nursing or equivalent with a clinical focus.
Completion of a Nurse Practitioner program (within MN or post-master certificate)
Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario, within the RN (Extended Class)
Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience working with adolescents and/or young adults and navigating youth related issues
Working knowledge/experience in Primary and/or Adult care systems
Ability to navigate heath care resources and manage partnerships in both hospital and community settings.
Demonstrated initiative and ability to be self-directed as well as work as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Ability to work effectively with youth who are undergoing stressful life experiences with a trauma-informed, culturally appropriate lens.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational, time management skills and attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to use critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills.
Strong advocacy skills and motivation to pursue systems level change.
Commitment to practice in a manner that is consistent with the philosophy of continuous quality improvement and evidence-based practice.
Understanding and commitment to EDI informed practices
Employee Type: 0.5 FTE, 18 months, Part-Time Contract
WellFort is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for our Homeless Health Program
Multiple Full-Time and Part-Time Roles, permanent and contract available.
WellFort is a non-profit, values-based organization that provides health promotion and prevention programs, primary and oral health care and works with local residents and other agencies to increase community capacity.
HOMELESS HEALTH PROGRAM
The Homeless Health Program is a Nurse Practitioner-led initiative that provides essential healthcare services to individuals who are homeless, precariously housed, or transitioning out of homelessness in the Peel Region. We understand the unique challenges faced by those without stable housing, and our goal is to make healthcare accessible, integrated, and responsive.
Our dedicated team includes Nurse Practitioners, Registered Nurses, Registered Practical Nurses, and Personal Support Workers, all working together to ensure our patients receive the care they need, where and when they need it. We remove barriers to care for those facing housing instability and poor health.
The program manages 45 medical beds at the Dundas Street Shelter, providing 24/7 care, as well as daytime mobile primary care services at other shelters and drop-ins across the region.
By providing these services, we help hospitals make the best use of their emergency and acute care resources. Patients who no longer need to stay in the hospital but still require medical support can continue their recovery in a shelter bed with healthcare services. We also offer additional support for people in shelters who may need extra medical attention, helping to prevent unnecessary hospital visits.
Our medical services include:
Care for chronic conditions like diabetes
Medication management
Support for substance withdrawal and pain management
Wound care
Mental health services and stabilization
Chiropody (foot care)
Monitoring and support after hospital stays
This program ensures that structurally vulnerable populations in our community have access to the care they deserve, improving overall health and wellbeing.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides primary health care to clients in the community. The RN works as a part of the inter-disciplinary team functioning both independently and with other staff in clinical and outreach activities.
While the proportion of time allocated to different functions may vary according to service needs, the nursing role encompasses a combination of direct care, health promotion and education, advocacy, community development, program development and evaluation
QULAIFICATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS
Diploma or degree in nursing from a recognized community college or university. Baccalaureate degree an asset.
Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and in good standing.
Registered Nursing experience in a variety of primary care settings one of which must be community health.
Experience working with communities and individuals who face barriers accessing tradition health care institutions such as poverty, discrimination, mental health, and substance use issues.
An understanding of and critical analysis of the determinants of health and social factors, such as power dynamics that affect individual, organizational and community health.
Excellent written communication and oral skills that meet the needs of the individual and/or community at the appropriate literacy level.
Experience working with confidential and time sensitive documents and information.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Experience working in a value based non-profit or social services organization.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and interdependently in an interdisciplinary team environment in which the skills and responsibilities of each team member are recognized and respected.
Demonstrated proficiency in use of computers and various computer software applications, such as Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
Ability to speak languages relevant to the residents of the organization’s community is an asset.
Apply Now and EMPOWER your Career
Candidates who self-identify as being from a marginalized community, including people with lived/living experience of drug use and/or houselessness, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, newcomers, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, are encouraged to apply and will be prioritized. We invite these candidates to indicate their relevant identities in their cover letters .
Requests for accommodation due to disability can be made at any stage in the recruitment process.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a willingness to participate in WellFort’s commitment to becoming an inclusive, barrier-free health centre and an ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.
For more information visit www.WellFort.ca
Hiring Salary Range: $32.86/hr- $38.78/hr (consideration of experience)
Compensation package includes health and dental benefits and HOOPP pension benefits. (Based on employment status)
Interested applicants:
Forward your resume and cover letter to hiring@wellfort.ca
Application deadline: Open until filled
Quote “ HHPRN0425 ” in the subject line
No phone calls please. Successful candidates will be contacted
VACCINATION REQUIREMENT:
As a condition of employment, new WellFort staff must be fully vaccinated unless they have received an exemption from vaccination under the Human Rights Code. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination status will be required before the first day of work or, proof of religious or medical exemption, if or where applicable.
Fully vaccinated is defined as having received the completed series of an accepted COVID-19 vaccine, as recommended by the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health and having received the final dose at least 14 days before your employment start date.
The candidate will be asked to provide WellFort with proof of full vaccination, prior to their employment start date. Acceptable proof is a Ministry of Health Dose Administration Receipt (or such other proof of vaccination that the Province of Ontario sanctions). This can be obtained through the Provincial portal https://covid-19.ontario.ca/get-proof/.
The requirement to be fully vaccinated is subject to the Ontario Human Rights Code. If the candidate is unable to vaccinate for a reason protected by the Code, a request for accommodation can be requested and written proof satisfactory to the organization will be required.
Apr 16, 2025
Full time
WellFort is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for our Homeless Health Program
Multiple Full-Time and Part-Time Roles, permanent and contract available.
WellFort is a non-profit, values-based organization that provides health promotion and prevention programs, primary and oral health care and works with local residents and other agencies to increase community capacity.
HOMELESS HEALTH PROGRAM
The Homeless Health Program is a Nurse Practitioner-led initiative that provides essential healthcare services to individuals who are homeless, precariously housed, or transitioning out of homelessness in the Peel Region. We understand the unique challenges faced by those without stable housing, and our goal is to make healthcare accessible, integrated, and responsive.
Our dedicated team includes Nurse Practitioners, Registered Nurses, Registered Practical Nurses, and Personal Support Workers, all working together to ensure our patients receive the care they need, where and when they need it. We remove barriers to care for those facing housing instability and poor health.
The program manages 45 medical beds at the Dundas Street Shelter, providing 24/7 care, as well as daytime mobile primary care services at other shelters and drop-ins across the region.
By providing these services, we help hospitals make the best use of their emergency and acute care resources. Patients who no longer need to stay in the hospital but still require medical support can continue their recovery in a shelter bed with healthcare services. We also offer additional support for people in shelters who may need extra medical attention, helping to prevent unnecessary hospital visits.
Our medical services include:
Care for chronic conditions like diabetes
Medication management
Support for substance withdrawal and pain management
Wound care
Mental health services and stabilization
Chiropody (foot care)
Monitoring and support after hospital stays
This program ensures that structurally vulnerable populations in our community have access to the care they deserve, improving overall health and wellbeing.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides primary health care to clients in the community. The RN works as a part of the inter-disciplinary team functioning both independently and with other staff in clinical and outreach activities.
While the proportion of time allocated to different functions may vary according to service needs, the nursing role encompasses a combination of direct care, health promotion and education, advocacy, community development, program development and evaluation
QULAIFICATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS
Diploma or degree in nursing from a recognized community college or university. Baccalaureate degree an asset.
Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and in good standing.
Registered Nursing experience in a variety of primary care settings one of which must be community health.
Experience working with communities and individuals who face barriers accessing tradition health care institutions such as poverty, discrimination, mental health, and substance use issues.
An understanding of and critical analysis of the determinants of health and social factors, such as power dynamics that affect individual, organizational and community health.
Excellent written communication and oral skills that meet the needs of the individual and/or community at the appropriate literacy level.
Experience working with confidential and time sensitive documents and information.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Experience working in a value based non-profit or social services organization.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and interdependently in an interdisciplinary team environment in which the skills and responsibilities of each team member are recognized and respected.
Demonstrated proficiency in use of computers and various computer software applications, such as Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
Ability to speak languages relevant to the residents of the organization’s community is an asset.
Apply Now and EMPOWER your Career
Candidates who self-identify as being from a marginalized community, including people with lived/living experience of drug use and/or houselessness, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, newcomers, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, are encouraged to apply and will be prioritized. We invite these candidates to indicate their relevant identities in their cover letters .
Requests for accommodation due to disability can be made at any stage in the recruitment process.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a willingness to participate in WellFort’s commitment to becoming an inclusive, barrier-free health centre and an ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.
For more information visit www.WellFort.ca
Hiring Salary Range: $32.86/hr- $38.78/hr (consideration of experience)
Compensation package includes health and dental benefits and HOOPP pension benefits. (Based on employment status)
Interested applicants:
Forward your resume and cover letter to hiring@wellfort.ca
Application deadline: Open until filled
Quote “ HHPRN0425 ” in the subject line
No phone calls please. Successful candidates will be contacted
VACCINATION REQUIREMENT:
As a condition of employment, new WellFort staff must be fully vaccinated unless they have received an exemption from vaccination under the Human Rights Code. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination status will be required before the first day of work or, proof of religious or medical exemption, if or where applicable.
Fully vaccinated is defined as having received the completed series of an accepted COVID-19 vaccine, as recommended by the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health and having received the final dose at least 14 days before your employment start date.
The candidate will be asked to provide WellFort with proof of full vaccination, prior to their employment start date. Acceptable proof is a Ministry of Health Dose Administration Receipt (or such other proof of vaccination that the Province of Ontario sanctions). This can be obtained through the Provincial portal https://covid-19.ontario.ca/get-proof/.
The requirement to be fully vaccinated is subject to the Ontario Human Rights Code. If the candidate is unable to vaccinate for a reason protected by the Code, a request for accommodation can be requested and written proof satisfactory to the organization will be required.
WellFort is seeking a hire Nurse Practitioner(s) (NP) – Homeless Health Program
Multiple Roles in Full time and Part time equivalents; permanent and 1 year contract with possibility of extension
WellFort is a non-profit, values-based organization that provides health promotion and prevention programs, primary and oral health care and works with local residents and other agencies to increase community capacity.
HOMELESS HEALTH PROGRAM
The Homeless Health Program is a Nurse Practitioner-led initiative that provides essential healthcare services to individuals who are homeless, precariously housed, or transitioning out of homelessness in the Peel Region. We understand the unique challenges faced by those without stable housing, and our goal is to make healthcare accessible, integrated, and responsive.
Our dedicated team includes Nurse Practitioners, Registered Nurses, Registered Practical Nurses, and Personal Support Workers, all working together to ensure our patients receive the care they need, where and when they need it. We remove barriers to care for those facing housing instability and poor health.
The program manages 45 medical beds at the Dundas Street Shelter, providing 24/7 care, as well as daytime mobile primary care services at other shelters and drop-ins across the region.
By providing these services, we help hospitals make the best use of their emergency and acute care resources. Patients who no longer need to stay in the hospital but still require medical support can continue their recovery in a shelter bed with healthcare services. We also offer additional support for people in shelters who may need extra medical attention, helping to prevent unnecessary hospital visits.
Our medical services include:
Care for chronic conditions like diabetes
Medication management
Support for substance withdrawal and pain management
Wound care
Mental health services and stabilization
Chiropody (foot care)
Monitoring and support after hospital stays
This program ensures that structurally vulnerable populations in our community have access to the care they deserve, improving overall health and wellbeing.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) will integrate their knowledge of advanced nursing practice and theory, health assessment and diagnosis, therapeutic management, health promotion, disease prevention, and chronic disease management to provide primary health care to individuals, families, groups, and communities. The NP will work both independently and collaboratively with their clients, interprofessional teams, and other healthcare providers in delivering high-quality clinical care and outreach activities.
While the proportion of time allocated to different functions may vary according to service needs, the advanced nursing role encompasses a combination of direct care, health promotion, education, advocacy, community development, program development, and evaluation.
QULAIFICATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
Council of Ontario University Program in Nursing (COUPN) Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner Certificate required.
Current registration with the CNO as a Registered Nurse Practitioner
Current membership with RNAO or NPAO and evidence of liability insurance required.
A minimum of five years of nursing experience in a variety of primary care settings one of which must be community health.
Completed a “Prescribing Narcotics and Controlled Substances” courses approved by CNO Council is an asset.
Experience and/or openness to working with communities and individuals who face barriers accessing traditional health care institutions for reasons such as poverty, discrimination, mental health, substance use issues, and others.
A capacity for critical analysis of the determinants of health and social factors, such as power dynamics that affect individual, organizational and community health.
Excellent written communication and oral skills that meet the needs of the individual and/or community at the appropriate literacy level.
Experience working with confidential and time sensitive documents and information.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Experience working in a value based non-profit or social services organization.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and interdependently in an interdisciplinary team environment in which the skills and responsibilities of each team member are recognized and respected.
Demonstrated proficiency in the use of computers and various computer software applications, such as Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
Ability to speak languages relevant to the residents of the organization’s community is an asset.
Apply Now and EMPOWER your Career
Candidates who self-identify as being from a marginalized community, including people with lived/living experience of drug use and/or houselessness, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, newcomers, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, are encouraged to apply and will be prioritized. We invite these candidates to indicate their relevant identities in their cover letters .
Requests for accommodation due to disability can be made at any stage in the recruitment process.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a willingness to participate in WellFort’s commitment to becoming an inclusive, barrier-free health centre and an ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.
For more information visit www.WellFort.ca
Hiring Salary Range: $55.98/ hr- $63.91/hr (consideration of experience)
Compensation package includes health and dental benefits and HOOPP pension benefits. (Based on employment status)
Interested applicants:
Forward your resume and cover letter to hiring@wellfort.ca
Application deadline: Open until filled
Quote “ HHPNP0425 ” in the subject line
No phone calls please. Successful candidates will be contacted
VACCINATION REQUIREMENT:
As a condition of employment, new WellFort staff must be fully vaccinated unless they have received an exemption from vaccination under the Human Rights Code. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination status will be required before the first day of work or, proof of religious or medical exemption, if or where applicable.
Fully vaccinated is defined as having received the completed series of an accepted COVID-19 vaccine, as recommended by the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health and having received the final dose at least 14 days before your employment start date.
The candidate will be asked to provide WellFort with proof of full vaccination, prior to their employment start date. Acceptable proof is a Ministry of Health Dose Administration Receipt (or such other proof of vaccination that the Province of Ontario sanctions). This can be obtained through the Provincial portal https://covid-19.ontario.ca/get-proof/.
The requirement to be fully vaccinated is subject to the Ontario Human Rights Code. If the candidate is unable to vaccinate for a reason protected by the Code, a request for accommodation can be requested and written proof satisfactory to the organization will be required.
Apr 16, 2025
Full time
WellFort is seeking a hire Nurse Practitioner(s) (NP) – Homeless Health Program
Multiple Roles in Full time and Part time equivalents; permanent and 1 year contract with possibility of extension
WellFort is a non-profit, values-based organization that provides health promotion and prevention programs, primary and oral health care and works with local residents and other agencies to increase community capacity.
HOMELESS HEALTH PROGRAM
The Homeless Health Program is a Nurse Practitioner-led initiative that provides essential healthcare services to individuals who are homeless, precariously housed, or transitioning out of homelessness in the Peel Region. We understand the unique challenges faced by those without stable housing, and our goal is to make healthcare accessible, integrated, and responsive.
Our dedicated team includes Nurse Practitioners, Registered Nurses, Registered Practical Nurses, and Personal Support Workers, all working together to ensure our patients receive the care they need, where and when they need it. We remove barriers to care for those facing housing instability and poor health.
The program manages 45 medical beds at the Dundas Street Shelter, providing 24/7 care, as well as daytime mobile primary care services at other shelters and drop-ins across the region.
By providing these services, we help hospitals make the best use of their emergency and acute care resources. Patients who no longer need to stay in the hospital but still require medical support can continue their recovery in a shelter bed with healthcare services. We also offer additional support for people in shelters who may need extra medical attention, helping to prevent unnecessary hospital visits.
Our medical services include:
Care for chronic conditions like diabetes
Medication management
Support for substance withdrawal and pain management
Wound care
Mental health services and stabilization
Chiropody (foot care)
Monitoring and support after hospital stays
This program ensures that structurally vulnerable populations in our community have access to the care they deserve, improving overall health and wellbeing.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) will integrate their knowledge of advanced nursing practice and theory, health assessment and diagnosis, therapeutic management, health promotion, disease prevention, and chronic disease management to provide primary health care to individuals, families, groups, and communities. The NP will work both independently and collaboratively with their clients, interprofessional teams, and other healthcare providers in delivering high-quality clinical care and outreach activities.
While the proportion of time allocated to different functions may vary according to service needs, the advanced nursing role encompasses a combination of direct care, health promotion, education, advocacy, community development, program development, and evaluation.
QULAIFICATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
Council of Ontario University Program in Nursing (COUPN) Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner Certificate required.
Current registration with the CNO as a Registered Nurse Practitioner
Current membership with RNAO or NPAO and evidence of liability insurance required.
A minimum of five years of nursing experience in a variety of primary care settings one of which must be community health.
Completed a “Prescribing Narcotics and Controlled Substances” courses approved by CNO Council is an asset.
Experience and/or openness to working with communities and individuals who face barriers accessing traditional health care institutions for reasons such as poverty, discrimination, mental health, substance use issues, and others.
A capacity for critical analysis of the determinants of health and social factors, such as power dynamics that affect individual, organizational and community health.
Excellent written communication and oral skills that meet the needs of the individual and/or community at the appropriate literacy level.
Experience working with confidential and time sensitive documents and information.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Experience working in a value based non-profit or social services organization.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and interdependently in an interdisciplinary team environment in which the skills and responsibilities of each team member are recognized and respected.
Demonstrated proficiency in the use of computers and various computer software applications, such as Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
Ability to speak languages relevant to the residents of the organization’s community is an asset.
Apply Now and EMPOWER your Career
Candidates who self-identify as being from a marginalized community, including people with lived/living experience of drug use and/or houselessness, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, newcomers, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, are encouraged to apply and will be prioritized. We invite these candidates to indicate their relevant identities in their cover letters .
Requests for accommodation due to disability can be made at any stage in the recruitment process.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a willingness to participate in WellFort’s commitment to becoming an inclusive, barrier-free health centre and an ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.
For more information visit www.WellFort.ca
Hiring Salary Range: $55.98/ hr- $63.91/hr (consideration of experience)
Compensation package includes health and dental benefits and HOOPP pension benefits. (Based on employment status)
Interested applicants:
Forward your resume and cover letter to hiring@wellfort.ca
Application deadline: Open until filled
Quote “ HHPNP0425 ” in the subject line
No phone calls please. Successful candidates will be contacted
VACCINATION REQUIREMENT:
As a condition of employment, new WellFort staff must be fully vaccinated unless they have received an exemption from vaccination under the Human Rights Code. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination status will be required before the first day of work or, proof of religious or medical exemption, if or where applicable.
Fully vaccinated is defined as having received the completed series of an accepted COVID-19 vaccine, as recommended by the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health and having received the final dose at least 14 days before your employment start date.
The candidate will be asked to provide WellFort with proof of full vaccination, prior to their employment start date. Acceptable proof is a Ministry of Health Dose Administration Receipt (or such other proof of vaccination that the Province of Ontario sanctions). This can be obtained through the Provincial portal https://covid-19.ontario.ca/get-proof/.
The requirement to be fully vaccinated is subject to the Ontario Human Rights Code. If the candidate is unable to vaccinate for a reason protected by the Code, a request for accommodation can be requested and written proof satisfactory to the organization will be required.
Choosing to work for The Hospital for Sick Children means that you've chosen more than a job, you've chosen a career where you can have a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families every day. Our staff are our greatest strength and SickKids works hard to provide a supportive working environment where Nurse Practitioners can give their best work possible. Working in collaboration with the interdisciplinary Health Care team, Nurse Practitioners at SickKids have the opportunity to provide expertise in the areas of:
Clinical Practice
Education, Mentorship, and Research
Leadership and Organizational & Systems Management
We are currently looking for a Nurse Practitioner to join the Bone marrow failure and myelodysplasia program, in the Division of Haematology/Oncology, to provide leadership and promote excellence in family-centred nursing care through the five main role components of expert practice, education, consultation, research and leader/change agent. The Marrow Failure Program at Sick Kids is a dedicated program that includes a multi-disciplinary and multi-specialty team to treat patients with bone marrow failure and their unique medical needs. In addition to bone marrow failure complications, many of these syndromes are associated with complex medical issues, as well as an increased risk of cancer later in life.
Here's What You'll Get To Do
Integrate nursing and medical skills and knowledge within a broad scope of advanced nursing practice
Assume a leadership position in the field of multidisciplinary care for complex haematological disorders
Working with a team of physicians, nurses, social work, and a dietician, you will develop clinical expertise and maintain a wide knowledge base related to the clinical manifestations, diagnoses, treatments, and associated therapy-related complications of inherited and acquired bone marrow failure conditions
You will become an expert in the genetics of bone marrow failure conditions, including theoretical knowledge, consenting families for genetic testing, interpretation of results and genetic counselling
In addition to the clinical role, there is an opportunity to contribute to quality improvement within the department, education initiatives via various platforms as well as marrow failure and nursing research
Perform patient assessments and coordinate the interdisciplinary plan of care for this select patient population
Develop broad clinical skills and experience in Haematology to lend support to this growing and expanding clinical service
Develop care plans with patients/families and the interprofessional team
Monitor patients¿ responses to their care plans
Assume a leadership role in influencing clinical nursing practice and the provision of care
Integrate research into practice, contribute to advancing the quality of clinical practice
Identify and link to services and resources in community
Partner with children/families to navigate their chronic illness and advocate for their needs
Provide relevant health education to children and families that is based on their needs, learning styles and stage of development
Collaborate with Haematologists in the adult community to seamlessly transition care as patients age out of Sick Kids
Collaborate with community hospitals, schools, and home care to ensure high quality patient care is supported in different settings
Facilitate specialized testing through international labs
Here's What You'll Need
Essential
Master of Nursing or equivalent with a clinical focus
Completion of a Post-Master of Nursing (NP Field) Diploma in Paediatrics or Primary Health Care
Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario within the RN (Extended Class) in good standing
5 years of clinical nursing experience in paediatrics is required
Previous experience in a leadership role
Excellent communication and relational skills
Flexible and adaptable to work with different care teams within the Haematology Section
Ability to act as a change agent, and foster teamwork and consensus-building
Innovative critical thinking with excellent problem-solving skills
Commitment to life-long learning to grow NP practice
Excellent time management skills
Knowledge of theoretical frameworks and research application
Ability to work both independently and part of an interdisciplinary team
Ability to act as a change agent, and foster teamwork and consensus-building
Knowledge of theoretical frameworks and research application
Adaptable to work within different team environments and clinical settings
Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and experience advancing EDI objectives
Assets
Experience working with Haematology patient population
Experience in genetics/cancer genetics
Employment Type
0.6 FTE, 18-month contract position
Apr 09, 2025
Contractor
Choosing to work for The Hospital for Sick Children means that you've chosen more than a job, you've chosen a career where you can have a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families every day. Our staff are our greatest strength and SickKids works hard to provide a supportive working environment where Nurse Practitioners can give their best work possible. Working in collaboration with the interdisciplinary Health Care team, Nurse Practitioners at SickKids have the opportunity to provide expertise in the areas of:
Clinical Practice
Education, Mentorship, and Research
Leadership and Organizational & Systems Management
We are currently looking for a Nurse Practitioner to join the Bone marrow failure and myelodysplasia program, in the Division of Haematology/Oncology, to provide leadership and promote excellence in family-centred nursing care through the five main role components of expert practice, education, consultation, research and leader/change agent. The Marrow Failure Program at Sick Kids is a dedicated program that includes a multi-disciplinary and multi-specialty team to treat patients with bone marrow failure and their unique medical needs. In addition to bone marrow failure complications, many of these syndromes are associated with complex medical issues, as well as an increased risk of cancer later in life.
Here's What You'll Get To Do
Integrate nursing and medical skills and knowledge within a broad scope of advanced nursing practice
Assume a leadership position in the field of multidisciplinary care for complex haematological disorders
Working with a team of physicians, nurses, social work, and a dietician, you will develop clinical expertise and maintain a wide knowledge base related to the clinical manifestations, diagnoses, treatments, and associated therapy-related complications of inherited and acquired bone marrow failure conditions
You will become an expert in the genetics of bone marrow failure conditions, including theoretical knowledge, consenting families for genetic testing, interpretation of results and genetic counselling
In addition to the clinical role, there is an opportunity to contribute to quality improvement within the department, education initiatives via various platforms as well as marrow failure and nursing research
Perform patient assessments and coordinate the interdisciplinary plan of care for this select patient population
Develop broad clinical skills and experience in Haematology to lend support to this growing and expanding clinical service
Develop care plans with patients/families and the interprofessional team
Monitor patients¿ responses to their care plans
Assume a leadership role in influencing clinical nursing practice and the provision of care
Integrate research into practice, contribute to advancing the quality of clinical practice
Identify and link to services and resources in community
Partner with children/families to navigate their chronic illness and advocate for their needs
Provide relevant health education to children and families that is based on their needs, learning styles and stage of development
Collaborate with Haematologists in the adult community to seamlessly transition care as patients age out of Sick Kids
Collaborate with community hospitals, schools, and home care to ensure high quality patient care is supported in different settings
Facilitate specialized testing through international labs
Here's What You'll Need
Essential
Master of Nursing or equivalent with a clinical focus
Completion of a Post-Master of Nursing (NP Field) Diploma in Paediatrics or Primary Health Care
Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario within the RN (Extended Class) in good standing
5 years of clinical nursing experience in paediatrics is required
Previous experience in a leadership role
Excellent communication and relational skills
Flexible and adaptable to work with different care teams within the Haematology Section
Ability to act as a change agent, and foster teamwork and consensus-building
Innovative critical thinking with excellent problem-solving skills
Commitment to life-long learning to grow NP practice
Excellent time management skills
Knowledge of theoretical frameworks and research application
Ability to work both independently and part of an interdisciplinary team
Ability to act as a change agent, and foster teamwork and consensus-building
Knowledge of theoretical frameworks and research application
Adaptable to work within different team environments and clinical settings
Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and experience advancing EDI objectives
Assets
Experience working with Haematology patient population
Experience in genetics/cancer genetics
Employment Type
0.6 FTE, 18-month contract position
Choosing to work for The Hospital for Sick Children means that you've chosen more than a job - you've chosen a career where you can have a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families every day. Our staff are our greatest strength and SickKids works hard to provide a supportive working environment where Nurse Practitioners can give their best work possible. Working in collaboration with the interdisciplinary Health Care team, Nurse Practitioners at SickKids have the opportunity to provide expertise in the areas of:
Clinical Practice
Education, Mentorship, and Research
Leadership and Organizational & Systems Management
We are currently looking for a Nurse Practitioner to join the Division of Haematology/Oncology to provide leadership and promote excellence in family-centred nursing care through the five main role components of expert practice, education, consultation, research and leader/change agent. This role will support the Leukemia & Lymphoma patient population, across the inpatient and outpatient setting.
Here's What You'll Get To Do
Integrate nursing and medical skills and knowledge within a broad scope of advanced nursing practice
Assume a leadership role in influencing clinical nursing practice and the provision of care
Provides comprehensive health care to specific patient populations cared for by the Leukemia & Lymphoma Section in the Division of Haematology/Oncology
Is a member of the health care team, and serves as the key contact person for patients and families
Coordinate the interdisciplinary plan of care for select patient populations
Integrate research into practice
Create, utilize and/or disseminate new knowledge
Conduct environmental assessments and help guide child/family through the treatment program
Identify and link to services and resources in community
Provide assistance with acquiring specialized equipment for children in the program
Here's What You'll Need
Essential
Master of Nursing or equivalent with a clinical focus
Completion of a Post-Master of Nursing (NP Field) Diploma
Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario, within the RN (Extended Class) in good standing
3 - 5 years of clinical nursing experience in pediatrics
Previous experience in a leadership role
Ability to act as a change agent, and foster teamwork and consensus
Innovative critical thinking with excellent communication, public speaking and problem-solving skills
Adaptable to work within different team environments and clinical settings
Knowledge of theoretical frameworks and research application
Demonstrated commitment and actions in advancing equity, diversity and inclusion objectives
Assets
Experience in Haematology/Oncology, chemotherapy administration and palliative care
Employment Type
1.0 FTE, 13 month contract
Inpatient and Outpatient program support, variety of shifts with different lengths
Apr 09, 2025
Contractor
Choosing to work for The Hospital for Sick Children means that you've chosen more than a job - you've chosen a career where you can have a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families every day. Our staff are our greatest strength and SickKids works hard to provide a supportive working environment where Nurse Practitioners can give their best work possible. Working in collaboration with the interdisciplinary Health Care team, Nurse Practitioners at SickKids have the opportunity to provide expertise in the areas of:
Clinical Practice
Education, Mentorship, and Research
Leadership and Organizational & Systems Management
We are currently looking for a Nurse Practitioner to join the Division of Haematology/Oncology to provide leadership and promote excellence in family-centred nursing care through the five main role components of expert practice, education, consultation, research and leader/change agent. This role will support the Leukemia & Lymphoma patient population, across the inpatient and outpatient setting.
Here's What You'll Get To Do
Integrate nursing and medical skills and knowledge within a broad scope of advanced nursing practice
Assume a leadership role in influencing clinical nursing practice and the provision of care
Provides comprehensive health care to specific patient populations cared for by the Leukemia & Lymphoma Section in the Division of Haematology/Oncology
Is a member of the health care team, and serves as the key contact person for patients and families
Coordinate the interdisciplinary plan of care for select patient populations
Integrate research into practice
Create, utilize and/or disseminate new knowledge
Conduct environmental assessments and help guide child/family through the treatment program
Identify and link to services and resources in community
Provide assistance with acquiring specialized equipment for children in the program
Here's What You'll Need
Essential
Master of Nursing or equivalent with a clinical focus
Completion of a Post-Master of Nursing (NP Field) Diploma
Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario, within the RN (Extended Class) in good standing
3 - 5 years of clinical nursing experience in pediatrics
Previous experience in a leadership role
Ability to act as a change agent, and foster teamwork and consensus
Innovative critical thinking with excellent communication, public speaking and problem-solving skills
Adaptable to work within different team environments and clinical settings
Knowledge of theoretical frameworks and research application
Demonstrated commitment and actions in advancing equity, diversity and inclusion objectives
Assets
Experience in Haematology/Oncology, chemotherapy administration and palliative care
Employment Type
1.0 FTE, 13 month contract
Inpatient and Outpatient program support, variety of shifts with different lengths
