148-26 General Surgery Nurse Practitioner, Surgical Services, Casual, Stratford
About The Position
The General Surgery Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a valued member of the interdisciplinary team who collaborates with surgeons and the interprofessional team to provide comprehensive, evidence-informed, patient and family-centered care. The NP functions autonomously within the legislated scope of practice and consults or collaborates with the Most Responsible Physician (MRP) and other team members as required by patient complexity, standards of practice, and organizational policy. All professional activities are consistent with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) Nurse Practitioner Standards, RNAO best practice guidelines, and the hospital’s mission, vision and values.
Requirements
- Current general registration and certificate of competence in the Extended Class (EC) with the College of Nurses of Ontario required
- Certification as an Adult Nurse Practitioner in Ontario required
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate required
- Recent clinical experience as a practicing Nursing Practitioner with minimum 2-5 years experience in acute surgical unit
- Experience and proficiency in physical assessment of adults
- Ability to perform comprehensive health or symptom directed assessments of clients to make a diagnosis within the scope of practice of the RN (EC)
- Demonstrated skill in advanced nursing care and treatment, including pharmacological management and/or counseling interventions for health problems within the scope of practice of the RN (EC)
- Ability to collaborate with inter-professional team members to develop individualized care plans with the client/family caregiver based on best practices
- Demonstrated leadership for the advancement of clinical practice and achievement of program goals
- Highly developed critical thinking skills
- Proven expertise in both teamwork and independent functions
- Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with multiple and complex work demands accurately, effectively and efficiently
- Demonstrated excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills in dealing with the patients, families and healthcare providers
- Demonstrated strong patient and family centred skills
- Demonstrated ability to deal with conflict and implement conflict resolutions
- Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and problem-solve and support the activities of self
- Demonstrated effective time management skills and ability to deal with and provide direction in a stressful environment
Nice To Haves
- Computer literate with a working knowledge of the Meditech information system and Microsoft Outlook (preferred)
Responsibilities
- Collaborates with surgeons and the interprofessional team to provide comprehensive, evidence-informed, patient and family-centered care.
- Functions autonomously within the legislated scope of practice.
- Consults or collaborates with the Most Responsible Physician (MRP) and other team members as required by patient complexity, standards of practice, and organizational policy.
- Ensures all professional activities are consistent with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) Nurse Practitioner Standards, RNAO best practice guidelines, and the hospital’s mission, vision and values.
Benefits
- Preceptor/Peer Mentorship Opportunities
- Collaborative Team Environment
- Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- Extended Health/Semi Private and Dental Benefits (for Part-time and Full-time only)
- Diverse Committees and Engagement Opportunities
- Opportunities to grow your career and explore different roles within the hospital
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
