Your Opportunity:
Looking to Practice Beyond the Big City and Be Part of a Community? Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospital is seeking two Nurse Practitioners to support our hospitalist teams with a Family Medicine focus and to play a key role in developing our NP program. Our community hospital offers strong interprofessional collaboration, meaningful patient relationships, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact. The facility offers a Med/Surg, LDRP, Surgical Services, IV Therapy/OPD, and a 24/7 Emergency Department, supporting a well-rounded and rewarding practice environment. In this advanced clinical nursing role, you’ll provide expert care to individuals, families, and communities, applying advanced knowledge and clinical decision making in assessment, diagnosis, and management of health needs. You’ll support hospitalist teams as an integral member of an interdisciplinary care team, providing comprehensive direct care to clients across the life span.
Your role also includes collaboration in program development, evaluation, research, and clinical teaching. You’ll participate in the development and ongoing review of medication related guidelines, ensuring alignment with provincial prescribing and distribution standards. Located in a picturesque community just 20 minutes from Edmonton, Fort Saskatchewan offers a small town lifestyle. The city also provides practical benefits that support your day to day experience, including free on site parking, a manageable commute, and the ability to focus on patient care, without the stress of parking passes or traffic congestion. With strong team support, this role is designed to promote work life balance, offering weekday shifts, no on call responsibilities, and weekends off, allowing you to make an impact while still enjoying all that life has to offer. Wherever you are in your NP career, you’ll find meaningful work here.
Description:
As a Nurse Practitioner (NP), you will provide a full range of comprehensive health services to individuals across their lifespan. You will be responsible for integrating clinical skills associated with nursing and medicine to assess, diagnose, order, and interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe treatment, and perform procedures to manage and meet the health needs of patients. Additionally, you will utilize advanced practice nursing competencies related to Clinical Practice, Leadership and Optimizing Health Systems, Education, and Research to increase care quality, promote appropriate use of health services, and inform and influence healthcare systems. PLEASE NOTE: This position is unionized and represented by the Alberta Union of Nurse Practitioners (AUNP). For more information on this union, please contact AUNP: https://www.aunp.ca/
Classification: Nurse Practitioner
Union: AUNP
Unit and Program: Family Medicine
Primary Location: Fort Saskatchewan Comm Hosp
Location Details: As Per Location
Multi-Site: Not Applicable
FTE: 1.00
Posting End Date: 13-MAY-2026
Employee Class: Regular Full Time
Date Available: 23-MAY-2026
Hours per Shift: 7.75
Length of Shift in weeks: 4
Shifts per cycle: 20
Shift Pattern: Days
Days Off: As Per Rotation
Minimum Salary: $62.74
Maximum Salary: $72.00
Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Successful completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner program, with a minimum of a Master's degree. Active registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) on the Nurse Practitioner Registrar, including Provisional Graduate Nurse Practitioner licensure. Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).
Additional Required Qualifications:
Computer literacy skills mandatory (i.e., Connect Care, Netcare, etc.). Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work directly and effectively with patients and their families. Demonstrated ability to collaborate within a team environment while also functioning independently. Proven capability to excel in a fast paced, dynamic setting.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred qualifications include recent experience working in an Outpatient/IVT/Emergency/Medicine environment, with current ACLS certification considered an asset. The ideal candidate values collaboration and is open to supporting occasional schedule flexibility as part of a growing NP program, while benefiting from a supportive team culture that prioritizes work–life balance.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
Healthy Albertans. Healthy Communities. Together.
We’re passionate about what we do. Our team of skilled and dedicated health care professionals, support staff, and physicians promote wellness and provide health care all across Alberta. Everything we do at AHS reflects a patient and family centred approach; it’s about putting patients’ and families’ experiences, priorities and trust first. We are an equal opportunity employer. AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Your Opportunity:
Looking to Practice Beyond the Big City and Be Part of a Community? Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospital is seeking two Nurse Practitioners to support our hospitalist teams with a Family Medicine focus and to play a key role in developing our NP program. Our community hospital offers strong interprofessional collaboration, meaningful patient relationships, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact. The facility offers a Med/Surg, LDRP, Surgical Services, IV Therapy/OPD, and a 24/7 Emergency Department, supporting a well-rounded and rewarding practice environment. In this advanced clinical nursing role, you’ll provide expert care to individuals, families, and communities, applying advanced knowledge and clinical decision making in assessment, diagnosis, and management of health needs. You’ll support hospitalist teams as an integral member of an interdisciplinary care team, providing comprehensive direct care to clients across the life span.
Your role also includes collaboration in program development, evaluation, research, and clinical teaching. You’ll participate in the development and ongoing review of medication related guidelines, ensuring alignment with provincial prescribing and distribution standards. Located in a picturesque community just 20 minutes from Edmonton, Fort Saskatchewan offers a small town lifestyle. The city also provides practical benefits that support your day to day experience, including free on site parking, a manageable commute, and the ability to focus on patient care, without the stress of parking passes or traffic congestion. With strong team support, this role is designed to promote work life balance, offering weekday shifts, no on call responsibilities, and weekends off, allowing you to make an impact while still enjoying all that life has to offer. Wherever you are in your NP career, you’ll find meaningful work here.
Description:
As a Nurse Practitioner (NP), you will provide a full range of comprehensive health services to individuals across their lifespan. You will be responsible for integrating clinical skills associated with nursing and medicine to assess, diagnose, order, and interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe treatment, and perform procedures to manage and meet the health needs of patients. Additionally, you will utilize advanced practice nursing competencies related to Clinical Practice, Leadership and Optimizing Health Systems, Education, and Research to increase care quality, promote appropriate use of health services, and inform and influence healthcare systems. PLEASE NOTE: This position is unionized and represented by the Alberta Union of Nurse Practitioners (AUNP). For more information on this union, please contact AUNP: https://www.aunp.ca/
Classification: Nurse Practitioner
Union: AUNP
Unit and Program: Family Medicine
Primary Location: Fort Saskatchewan Comm Hosp
Location Details: As Per Location
Multi-Site: Not Applicable
FTE: 1.00
Posting End Date: 13-MAY-2026
Employee Class: Regular Full Time
Date Available: 23-MAY-2026
Hours per Shift: 7.75
Length of Shift in weeks: 4
Shifts per cycle: 20
Shift Pattern: Days
Days Off: As Per Rotation
Minimum Salary: $62.74
Maximum Salary: $72.00
Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Successful completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner program, with a minimum of a Master's degree. Active registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) on the Nurse Practitioner Registrar, including Provisional Graduate Nurse Practitioner licensure. Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).
Additional Required Qualifications:
Computer literacy skills mandatory (i.e., Connect Care, Netcare, etc.). Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work directly and effectively with patients and their families. Demonstrated ability to collaborate within a team environment while also functioning independently. Proven capability to excel in a fast paced, dynamic setting.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred qualifications include recent experience working in an Outpatient/IVT/Emergency/Medicine environment, with current ACLS certification considered an asset. The ideal candidate values collaboration and is open to supporting occasional schedule flexibility as part of a growing NP program, while benefiting from a supportive team culture that prioritizes work–life balance.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
Healthy Albertans. Healthy Communities. Together.
We’re passionate about what we do. Our team of skilled and dedicated health care professionals, support staff, and physicians promote wellness and provide health care all across Alberta. Everything we do at AHS reflects a patient and family centred approach; it’s about putting patients’ and families’ experiences, priorities and trust first. We are an equal opportunity employer. AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit
Location: Western Zone, Yarmouth Regional Hospital Department: OPWZ CRIT Intensive Care SW Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1 NSNU Nursing Position Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today. Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.
About the Opportunity
Reporting to the Health Services Manager, the Registered Nurse (RN) works to full scope of practice as an independent practitioner within an inter-professional and collaborative team, providing holistic (addressing bio, psycho, social, cultural and spiritual needs), and comprehensive care for individuals, families, groups, populations and communities across the continuum of care. The RN provides leadership and applies advanced nursing knowledge within specific practice settings, and in-depth nursing knowledge, skills and judgment in providing care to all individuals (includes families, groups, populations and communities). The RN will demonstrate expertise and leadership in nursing practice, maintain appropriate clinical competencies, participate on committees and interdisciplinary teams and contribute to a healthy workplace while practicing within the RN scope of practice. The duties of the RN will be carried out in accordance with the principles and practices that guide Nova Scotia Health.
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
Graduate from an approved School of Nursing
Registered or eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing (NSCN)
Minimum two (2) years' recent and relevant Med/Surg nursing experience - Critical Care and/or Emergency experience preferred
Critical Care Nursing Program (CCNP) required. Where there are no qualified applicants, consideration may be given to RNs who express an interest and agree to complete a CCNP within two (2) years' of the date of hire
Current BLS certification
Current ACLS certification
Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to interact positively with patients/residents, families, other health care providers and staff, demonstrating sensitivity, empathy, and warmth
Ability to organize, prioritize, and supervise patient/resident care
Ability to demonstrate sound decision-making skills in crisis situations and be accountable for decisions
Basic computer skills; Meditech an asset
Demonstrated leadership, organizational and time management skills
Physical and mental capabilities to perform the duties of the position such as fine motor dexterity and adjust to varying workloads
Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
Hours
Permanent, Full-Time / 75 Hours Bi-weekly
Shifts are 12-hour days and nights and may also include 8-hour shifts
Compensation and Benefits
$40.55 - $49.99 hourly $51.74 hourly with 25 years' nursing experience Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
Once You've Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. This is a Nursing bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position. Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.
Apr 17, 2026
Full time
Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit
Location: Western Zone, Yarmouth Regional Hospital Department: OPWZ CRIT Intensive Care SW Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1 NSNU Nursing Position Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today. Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.
About the Opportunity
Reporting to the Health Services Manager, the Registered Nurse (RN) works to full scope of practice as an independent practitioner within an inter-professional and collaborative team, providing holistic (addressing bio, psycho, social, cultural and spiritual needs), and comprehensive care for individuals, families, groups, populations and communities across the continuum of care. The RN provides leadership and applies advanced nursing knowledge within specific practice settings, and in-depth nursing knowledge, skills and judgment in providing care to all individuals (includes families, groups, populations and communities). The RN will demonstrate expertise and leadership in nursing practice, maintain appropriate clinical competencies, participate on committees and interdisciplinary teams and contribute to a healthy workplace while practicing within the RN scope of practice. The duties of the RN will be carried out in accordance with the principles and practices that guide Nova Scotia Health.
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
Graduate from an approved School of Nursing
Registered or eligible for registration with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing (NSCN)
Minimum two (2) years' recent and relevant Med/Surg nursing experience - Critical Care and/or Emergency experience preferred
Critical Care Nursing Program (CCNP) required. Where there are no qualified applicants, consideration may be given to RNs who express an interest and agree to complete a CCNP within two (2) years' of the date of hire
Current BLS certification
Current ACLS certification
Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to interact positively with patients/residents, families, other health care providers and staff, demonstrating sensitivity, empathy, and warmth
Ability to organize, prioritize, and supervise patient/resident care
Ability to demonstrate sound decision-making skills in crisis situations and be accountable for decisions
Basic computer skills; Meditech an asset
Demonstrated leadership, organizational and time management skills
Physical and mental capabilities to perform the duties of the position such as fine motor dexterity and adjust to varying workloads
Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
Hours
Permanent, Full-Time / 75 Hours Bi-weekly
Shifts are 12-hour days and nights and may also include 8-hour shifts
Compensation and Benefits
$40.55 - $49.99 hourly $51.74 hourly with 25 years' nursing experience Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
Once You've Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. This is a Nursing bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position. Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.
Program Description
The Urgent Care Clinic (UCC) provides timely, low-barrier access to specialized mental health care. An interdisciplinary team delivers assessment, brief intervention, and stabilization supports for individuals in crisis. The clinic aims to reduce pressure on emergency departments and enhance continuity of care across the system. Services are delivered in close collaboration with partners, including police, paramedics, and local emergency departments.
This Nurse Practitioner (NP) position will have a strong focus on delivering mental health care to patients presenting to the UCC. The role will support triage, perform assessments and provide brief follow-up treatment as appropriate. The ideal candidate is skilled in crisis intervention and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Duties :
Support triage, assessment, and follow-up care for individuals presenting in crisis.
Works in partnership with the program psychiatrist to deliver short-term treatment plans for clients who meet appropriate criteria, working independently with appropriate oversight from the psychiatrist.
Integrates clinical findings and evidence-based practice to formulate diagnoses and develop initial care plans.
Collaborates with patients and members of the interdisciplinary team to identify and implement pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions that promote optimal outcomes.
Participate in the dissemination and utilization of best practice guidelines.
Provide education, mentorship and support to the health care team, primary care providers, hospital partners, and community groups.
Advocates for supportive and safe client care as well as collaborative practice and utilization of evidence-informed practices, in conjunction with other primary care providers at The Royal including the NPs across the hospital.
Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Nursing or BSCN with specialty certification as Nurse Practitioner is required.
Minimum 5 years of experience is required.
Current registration as a Registered Nurse in the Province of Ontario in the Extended Class is required (CNO).
Specialty certification as a Nurse Practitioner – Primary Health Care (NP-PHC) or Nurse Practitioner – Adult
Master’s preparation as a Nurse Practitioner or BSCN with specialty certification as a Nurse Practitioner
Able to demonstrate achievement of the nurse practitioner competencies of professional role, responsibility and accountability, health assessment and diagnosis, therapeutic management and health promotion and prevention of illness and injury.
Able to demonstrate knowledge of relevant legislation and incorporation of this legislation into practice (Mental health Act, Health Care Consent Act, Substitute Decision Act, PHIPA and CSA).
Recognized leadership skills with the ability to build the inter-disciplinary team approach to care delivery.
Able to work effectively both independently and as a member of a professional inter-disciplinary treatment team.
Excellent written and communication skills
CPR
Valid Ontario’s drivers license (travel may be required)
English level A- is mandatory in oral comprehension, expression, reading, and writing. Bilingual (French/English) is considered an asset.
Salary Range: $65.09 to $76.14 hourly
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
Program Description
The Urgent Care Clinic (UCC) provides timely, low-barrier access to specialized mental health care. An interdisciplinary team delivers assessment, brief intervention, and stabilization supports for individuals in crisis. The clinic aims to reduce pressure on emergency departments and enhance continuity of care across the system. Services are delivered in close collaboration with partners, including police, paramedics, and local emergency departments.
This Nurse Practitioner (NP) position will have a strong focus on delivering mental health care to patients presenting to the UCC. The role will support triage, perform assessments and provide brief follow-up treatment as appropriate. The ideal candidate is skilled in crisis intervention and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Duties :
Support triage, assessment, and follow-up care for individuals presenting in crisis.
Works in partnership with the program psychiatrist to deliver short-term treatment plans for clients who meet appropriate criteria, working independently with appropriate oversight from the psychiatrist.
Integrates clinical findings and evidence-based practice to formulate diagnoses and develop initial care plans.
Collaborates with patients and members of the interdisciplinary team to identify and implement pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions that promote optimal outcomes.
Participate in the dissemination and utilization of best practice guidelines.
Provide education, mentorship and support to the health care team, primary care providers, hospital partners, and community groups.
Advocates for supportive and safe client care as well as collaborative practice and utilization of evidence-informed practices, in conjunction with other primary care providers at The Royal including the NPs across the hospital.
Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Nursing or BSCN with specialty certification as Nurse Practitioner is required.
Minimum 5 years of experience is required.
Current registration as a Registered Nurse in the Province of Ontario in the Extended Class is required (CNO).
Specialty certification as a Nurse Practitioner – Primary Health Care (NP-PHC) or Nurse Practitioner – Adult
Master’s preparation as a Nurse Practitioner or BSCN with specialty certification as a Nurse Practitioner
Able to demonstrate achievement of the nurse practitioner competencies of professional role, responsibility and accountability, health assessment and diagnosis, therapeutic management and health promotion and prevention of illness and injury.
Able to demonstrate knowledge of relevant legislation and incorporation of this legislation into practice (Mental health Act, Health Care Consent Act, Substitute Decision Act, PHIPA and CSA).
Recognized leadership skills with the ability to build the inter-disciplinary team approach to care delivery.
Able to work effectively both independently and as a member of a professional inter-disciplinary treatment team.
Excellent written and communication skills
CPR
Valid Ontario’s drivers license (travel may be required)
English level A- is mandatory in oral comprehension, expression, reading, and writing. Bilingual (French/English) is considered an asset.
Salary Range: $65.09 to $76.14 hourly
minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPRs)
Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is proud to be part of the provincial implementation of minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPRs), an initiative aimed at enhancing nursing practice and strengthening quality of care across the health system. mNPRs set the minimum number of nurses providing care to patients on a given unit. In British Columbia, mNPRs are developed in partnership with the Ministry of Health, the BC Nurses’ Union (BCNU) and health organizations. Guided by our values: We Care for Everyone, We Are Always Learning and We Strive for Better Results, we remain committed to fostering quality practice and learning environments where nurses can grow and thrive.
Salary Details
The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42/Hr. - CAD $55.91/Hr.
Job Summary
Come work as a Primary Care Nurse with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!
Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Registered Nurse to join the UBC Urgent & Primary Care Centre team in Vancouver, BC. Apply today to join our team!
As a Primary Care Nurse with VCH you will:
Triage, assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care for patients and families who require high priority care within 24 hours.
Develop and maintains partnerships with primary care providers in accordance with the local Community of Care (COC) service delivery model and primary care network.
Use approved triage standards in applying critical thinking skills within safe limits of patient care.
Apply chronic disease management, palliative, health management, and/or self-care management principles to conduct assessments, identify problems, provide direct care, and address issues or variances from the plan of care.
Act as a resource for the interdisciplinary team by providing information based on nursing theory and practice related to patients with primary level care needs.
ABOUT URGENT AND PRIMARY CARE CENTRES Urgent and Primary Care Centres (UPCC) will provide care for people with unexpected, non-life-threatening conditions who need medical attention within 12-24 hours but who don't require a visit to the emergency department – this includes sprains, cuts and wounds, an infection, mild asthma attack and less serious child illness and injury. The multidisciplinary health care team will be staffed by general practitioners, nurse practitioners, registered nurses and social workers.
UPCCs are intended to be an additional service in the community, working in concert with all touch points for care to provide appropriate urgent services to patients, when and where they need it.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
Two (2) years’ recent clinical experience that is relevant to the designated clinical area, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Demonstrates ability in applying critical thinking skills within safe limits of patient care.
Demonstrated knowledge and skills within primary care as well as theory and practice within a patient and family centred model of care.
Demonstrated knowledge of relevant Professional Regulations and Standards (ie. Community Health Nurse of Canada (CHNC) competencies and standards of practice).
Demonstrated knowledge and demonstrated skill in the provision of evidence-based clinical practice related to primary care.
Demonstrated knowledge of provincial acts, regulations, and program policies and guidelines related to home, community and primary care.
Demonstrated knowledge of acute, chronic disease, mental health and substance use, palliative and health management and self-management support.
Demonstrated ability to provide culturally safe care to diverse populations.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in Trauma Informed Practice, Harm Reduction and Recovery Oriented Care.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
Demonstrated ability to employ effective conflict resolution.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and set priorities for care.
Demonstrated knowledge of other health disciplines and their role in patient care.
Demonstrated ability to use research in practice.
Demonstrated knowledge of adult education principles and ability to teach and coach patients and families.
Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.
Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment.
Closing Statement
The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.
WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?
VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.
Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff
At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2025. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.
Apr 14, 2026
Part time
minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPRs)
Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is proud to be part of the provincial implementation of minimum Nurse to Patient Ratios (mNPRs), an initiative aimed at enhancing nursing practice and strengthening quality of care across the health system. mNPRs set the minimum number of nurses providing care to patients on a given unit. In British Columbia, mNPRs are developed in partnership with the Ministry of Health, the BC Nurses’ Union (BCNU) and health organizations. Guided by our values: We Care for Everyone, We Are Always Learning and We Strive for Better Results, we remain committed to fostering quality practice and learning environments where nurses can grow and thrive.
Salary Details
The salary range for this position is CAD $41.42/Hr. - CAD $55.91/Hr.
Job Summary
Come work as a Primary Care Nurse with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!
Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Registered Nurse to join the UBC Urgent & Primary Care Centre team in Vancouver, BC. Apply today to join our team!
As a Primary Care Nurse with VCH you will:
Triage, assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care for patients and families who require high priority care within 24 hours.
Develop and maintains partnerships with primary care providers in accordance with the local Community of Care (COC) service delivery model and primary care network.
Use approved triage standards in applying critical thinking skills within safe limits of patient care.
Apply chronic disease management, palliative, health management, and/or self-care management principles to conduct assessments, identify problems, provide direct care, and address issues or variances from the plan of care.
Act as a resource for the interdisciplinary team by providing information based on nursing theory and practice related to patients with primary level care needs.
ABOUT URGENT AND PRIMARY CARE CENTRES Urgent and Primary Care Centres (UPCC) will provide care for people with unexpected, non-life-threatening conditions who need medical attention within 12-24 hours but who don't require a visit to the emergency department – this includes sprains, cuts and wounds, an infection, mild asthma attack and less serious child illness and injury. The multidisciplinary health care team will be staffed by general practitioners, nurse practitioners, registered nurses and social workers.
UPCCs are intended to be an additional service in the community, working in concert with all touch points for care to provide appropriate urgent services to patients, when and where they need it.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
Two (2) years’ recent clinical experience that is relevant to the designated clinical area, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Demonstrates ability in applying critical thinking skills within safe limits of patient care.
Demonstrated knowledge and skills within primary care as well as theory and practice within a patient and family centred model of care.
Demonstrated knowledge of relevant Professional Regulations and Standards (ie. Community Health Nurse of Canada (CHNC) competencies and standards of practice).
Demonstrated knowledge and demonstrated skill in the provision of evidence-based clinical practice related to primary care.
Demonstrated knowledge of provincial acts, regulations, and program policies and guidelines related to home, community and primary care.
Demonstrated knowledge of acute, chronic disease, mental health and substance use, palliative and health management and self-management support.
Demonstrated ability to provide culturally safe care to diverse populations.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in Trauma Informed Practice, Harm Reduction and Recovery Oriented Care.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
Demonstrated ability to employ effective conflict resolution.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and set priorities for care.
Demonstrated knowledge of other health disciplines and their role in patient care.
Demonstrated ability to use research in practice.
Demonstrated knowledge of adult education principles and ability to teach and coach patients and families.
Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.
Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment.
Closing Statement
The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.
WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?
VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.
Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff
At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Canada's Top Employers for Young People in 2025. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.
Req ID: 173332 Location: Various Sites and Community-based Locations Throughout Nova Scotia Department: Services and Programs Throughout Nova Scotia Health Type of Employment: Permanent, Assignments, and Casual Relief Opportunities Available Union: Nursing Bargaining Unit, Constituent Union Based on Location
Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centers, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.
Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.
This posting serves as the primary application for all Nurse Practitioner positions with Nova Scotia Health at any of our locations—whether you're interested in working in a city or a rural community, on any unit. Learn more about Nova Scotia Health, our facilities: Transform lives and grow your career in rural Nova Scotia - Nova Scotia Health Career Opportunities - More Than Medicine
What We Offer
Competitive compensation, signing bonuses, relocation support, health and dental benefits, pension plan and immigration support
Up to $15,000 in recruitment incentives for hard-to-fill positions
Compensation $59.47 - $69.52 hourly $71.96 hourly with 25 year's experience
Nurse Practitioner Positions Available
Primary Health Care (For consideration as a Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner, please apply here)
Mental Health & Addictions
Cancer Care
Emergency
Urgent Treatment Centre
Medical/Surgical
Geriatric Care
Cardiac Surgery
Palliative Care
Stroke Rehabilitation
About the Opportunity
Are you interested in a Nursing career with Nova Scotia Health? We would love to hear from you! We are currently accepting Nurse Practitioner applications through this advertisement, and a recruiter will be in touch shortly after you apply to discuss your background and preferences and connect you to opportunities within our organization.
Nurse Practitioners are a vital resource in our healthcare system. We are seeking Nurse Practitioners from all backgrounds and skill levels to join our growing organization. You will practice autonomously and collaborate as appropriate with professionals and teams in mutual support.
The Nurse Practitioner works autonomously to diagnose, order, and interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe pharmaceuticals, and perform procedures within the legislated scope of practice and where required. The Nurse Practitioner provides direct care and partners with other members of the health care team. The Nurse Practitioner works in close collaboration with Physicians and interdisciplinary teams.
The Nurse Practitioner adheres to the NSCN Standards for Nursing Practice and the Code of Ethics and is responsible and accountable at all times for their own practice consistent with relevant legislation, and professional, and ethical standards. The Nurse Practitioner is accountable to identify, analyze, and evaluate activities that are reflective of quality improvement initiatives.
Once You've Applied Thank you for your interest in this position. A Recruiter will reach out to you to explore whether your qualifications and skills match an opportunity. Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.
If you have any questions or would like more information on our opportunities, programs, and communities, please contact us recruitment.services-nsha@nshealth.ca
Canada Student Loan Forgiveness Program
If you are a Nurse Practitioner and you qualify, you could also receive up to $30,000 in Canada Student Loan forgiveness over a maximum of five years. Apply for Student Loan Forgiveness here
Mar 17, 2026
Full time
Req ID: 173332 Location: Various Sites and Community-based Locations Throughout Nova Scotia Department: Services and Programs Throughout Nova Scotia Health Type of Employment: Permanent, Assignments, and Casual Relief Opportunities Available Union: Nursing Bargaining Unit, Constituent Union Based on Location
Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centers, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.
Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.
This posting serves as the primary application for all Nurse Practitioner positions with Nova Scotia Health at any of our locations—whether you're interested in working in a city or a rural community, on any unit. Learn more about Nova Scotia Health, our facilities: Transform lives and grow your career in rural Nova Scotia - Nova Scotia Health Career Opportunities - More Than Medicine
What We Offer
Competitive compensation, signing bonuses, relocation support, health and dental benefits, pension plan and immigration support
Up to $15,000 in recruitment incentives for hard-to-fill positions
Compensation $59.47 - $69.52 hourly $71.96 hourly with 25 year's experience
Nurse Practitioner Positions Available
Primary Health Care (For consideration as a Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner, please apply here)
Mental Health & Addictions
Cancer Care
Emergency
Urgent Treatment Centre
Medical/Surgical
Geriatric Care
Cardiac Surgery
Palliative Care
Stroke Rehabilitation
About the Opportunity
Are you interested in a Nursing career with Nova Scotia Health? We would love to hear from you! We are currently accepting Nurse Practitioner applications through this advertisement, and a recruiter will be in touch shortly after you apply to discuss your background and preferences and connect you to opportunities within our organization.
Nurse Practitioners are a vital resource in our healthcare system. We are seeking Nurse Practitioners from all backgrounds and skill levels to join our growing organization. You will practice autonomously and collaborate as appropriate with professionals and teams in mutual support.
The Nurse Practitioner works autonomously to diagnose, order, and interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe pharmaceuticals, and perform procedures within the legislated scope of practice and where required. The Nurse Practitioner provides direct care and partners with other members of the health care team. The Nurse Practitioner works in close collaboration with Physicians and interdisciplinary teams.
The Nurse Practitioner adheres to the NSCN Standards for Nursing Practice and the Code of Ethics and is responsible and accountable at all times for their own practice consistent with relevant legislation, and professional, and ethical standards. The Nurse Practitioner is accountable to identify, analyze, and evaluate activities that are reflective of quality improvement initiatives.
Once You've Applied Thank you for your interest in this position. A Recruiter will reach out to you to explore whether your qualifications and skills match an opportunity. Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.
If you have any questions or would like more information on our opportunities, programs, and communities, please contact us recruitment.services-nsha@nshealth.ca
Canada Student Loan Forgiveness Program
If you are a Nurse Practitioner and you qualify, you could also receive up to $30,000 in Canada Student Loan forgiveness over a maximum of five years. Apply for Student Loan Forgiveness here
Job Title: Registered Practical Nurse Status: Regular Part Time Department: 3E IP Surgery, LHAP Program: Surgical Program Days, Nights, Weekends; 12 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change) Location: Lakeridge Health Ajax-Pickering Wage Schedule: $36.95 - $39.02 per hour Posting Reference: 2500002396 Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that's inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health! DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To use nursing process in providing patient care. To participate as a member of the Health Care Team and the Nursing Team. As an individual practitioner, to maintain competence and professionalism relevant to current practice. To maintain nursing records. Function as a member of a Multidisciplinary team. To perform other related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: * Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (in good standing); * Current B.C.L.S.; * Demonstrated commitment to maintaining Reflective Practice Standards as outlined by the CNO; * Two years recent experience in acute surgical care including thoracic experience, PCA, Epidural management, central lines/TPN; chest tubes, management of complex wounds, ostomy care and management; * Demonstrated ability to assume a leadership/supervisory role; * Demonstrated good organizational, interpersonal, communication skills both written and verbal; problem-solving, prioritization and teaching skills; * Proven ability to perform appropriately in emergency situations; * Proven ability to lift, turn, transfer patients manually and with mechanical aids; * B.Sc.N. is preferred; * Must have satisfactory performance record; * Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy; * Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices, including staff safety, patient safety, environmental safety, and participates in regular in-service education in this area. At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact recruitment@lh.ca . Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Lakeridge Health are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. Lakeridge Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team is actively engaged in the Recruitment and Selection process to ensure a fair and thorough assessment of applicants. Lakeridge Health thanks all those who apply, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and C.U.P.E Local 6364. Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months. Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.
Mar 13, 2026
Part time
Job Title: Registered Practical Nurse Status: Regular Part Time Department: 3E IP Surgery, LHAP Program: Surgical Program Days, Nights, Weekends; 12 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change) Location: Lakeridge Health Ajax-Pickering Wage Schedule: $36.95 - $39.02 per hour Posting Reference: 2500002396 Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that's inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health! DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To use nursing process in providing patient care. To participate as a member of the Health Care Team and the Nursing Team. As an individual practitioner, to maintain competence and professionalism relevant to current practice. To maintain nursing records. Function as a member of a Multidisciplinary team. To perform other related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: * Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (in good standing); * Current B.C.L.S.; * Demonstrated commitment to maintaining Reflective Practice Standards as outlined by the CNO; * Two years recent experience in acute surgical care including thoracic experience, PCA, Epidural management, central lines/TPN; chest tubes, management of complex wounds, ostomy care and management; * Demonstrated ability to assume a leadership/supervisory role; * Demonstrated good organizational, interpersonal, communication skills both written and verbal; problem-solving, prioritization and teaching skills; * Proven ability to perform appropriately in emergency situations; * Proven ability to lift, turn, transfer patients manually and with mechanical aids; * B.Sc.N. is preferred; * Must have satisfactory performance record; * Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy; * Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices, including staff safety, patient safety, environmental safety, and participates in regular in-service education in this area. At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact recruitment@lh.ca . Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Lakeridge Health are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. Lakeridge Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team is actively engaged in the Recruitment and Selection process to ensure a fair and thorough assessment of applicants. Lakeridge Health thanks all those who apply, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and C.U.P.E Local 6364. Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months. Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.
