Contract FT Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Southwest Ontario Aboriginal Health Access Centre•Owen Sound, ON

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Southwest Ontario Aboriginal Health Access Centre (SOAHAC) is seeking a Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join their interdisciplinary team in Owen Sound, Ontario. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to community-driven care within a supportive, culturally grounded environment, serving members of the urban Indigenous community and their families. The Nurse Practitioner will provide primary care across the lifespan, working collaboratively with physicians, traditional healers, community partners, and allied health professionals to deliver accessible, culturally safe, patient-centered care.

Requirements

BScN and current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse in the Extended Class
Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner Certificate
Knowledge of culture and local Indigenous communities in Southwestern Ontario is required
Strong organizational skills with the ability to work effectively and independently
Excellent communication skills
Strong attention to detail and assessment skills
Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others and across teams
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly
Computer literacy including skills in word processing, e-mail, PowerPoint, Excel, and Electronic Medical Records
Willingness to participate in ongoing Indigenous teachings and ceremonies
Valid Ontario Driver’s “G” license, personal auto insurance (at least 3 years experience) and clean driver’s abstract
Obtain/ maintain a current and satisfactory police check as a condition of employment
Up-to-date immunizations and records

Nice To Haves

Experience in primary care, chronic disease management, mental health, or addictions is an asset
New graduates are encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive primary care services to clients of all ages, including primary prevention, health education, comprehensive physical exams, chronic disease management, antenatal care, and acute/episodic visits
Conduct on site assessments, as well as telephone and outreach visits
Advocate on behalf of clients with regards to equitable access to traditional healing and western health services
Review client laboratory results, procedure reports and consultation notes
Arrange appropriate follow up/referrals as required
Document all client contact and ensure all client information is always kept confidential
Maintain close collaborative working relationships with other allied health professionals
Work in collaboration with other health professionals to ensure a broad range of services are available to clients
Consult with physicians as needed regarding issues that are outside the NP scope of practice
Collaborate with community partners to offer outreach services as required