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nurse practitioner

Title posted on indeed.com - Nurse Practitioner 0.8 FTE

Posted on November 27, 2024 by Employer details Sherwood Park - Strathcona County Primary Care Network

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*ABOUT US* In response to the growing needs of our community, we?re thrilled to be expanding our Seniors Health Clinic to provide even greater access to care for patients across our entire PCN service area. Established in 2011 to support residents in rural communities outside Sherwood Park, our clinic has become a vital resource for seniors' health. To support this exciting growth, we are seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our team in a 0.8 FTE role (31 hours per week), helping us bring exceptional care to even more patients. *POSITION SUMMARY* This is an ideal position for a NP who is looking for *part-time* *(0.8 FTE, 31 hours/week) *with a regular schedule. This opening is currently for *the following schedule: Tuesdays: 12:00PM-8:15PM & Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 8:00AM-4:15PM. *Candidate must be comfortable seeing patients independently, and having the autonomy to assess and determine appropriate treatment. As a Nurse Practitioner (NP) with the Sherwood Park ? Strathcona County PCN, you?ll play a pivotal role in enhancing the health and quality of life for older adults in our community. Working closely with patients, family physicians, and a supportive multidisciplinary team, you will provide comprehensive, evidence-based care tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient. In this role, you will assess, plan, develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans, managing a range of chronic diseases and conditions. This is collaborative environment, working alongside a Geriatrician, Registered Nurses, a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), and having access to a dedicated network of Pharmacists, Dietitians, Exercise Specialists, and Mental Health practitioners?empowering you to make a meaningful impact every day. *KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Include, but are not limited to the following: General * Perform comprehensive assessment, diagnosis (including the ordering and interpretation of tests), intervention (including the prescribing of medications), management, referrals and evaluation of patient/client care across the continuum of health care services, according to currently accepted evidence-based practice * Assessment of patient conditions, needs and goals in collaboration with the patient, attending physician and interdisciplinary team * Identify needs and set priorities in collaboration with the client and other team members * Will provide professionally autonomous decisions in managing patients * Initiate, recommend and facilitate appropriate referrals to community resources and programs * Provide relevant patient education to prevent and manage clinical conditions * Undertake disease management, incorporating monitoring progress, response to treatment, and promote the preventive aspects of patient care * Assist in the implementation of strategies for improving the quality and provision of care for the practice population *EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE* * Master?s or equivalent in Nursing with a focus on advanced clinical practice * Three (3) years or more of related experience. An equivalent combination of knowledge and skills may be considered. * Nurse Practitioner, currently enrolled with CRNA extended practice roster. In accordance with the Health Professions Act the NP must clearly identify to the PCN any work restrictions to the NP?s license * CRNA places three restrictions on a NPs license to work with one of three patient populations, adult, pediatric or family-all ages. When a NP is hired to work for the PCN they will be hired with the knowledge of the above restrictions in population of practice. If the PCN requires a change in the population of practice the appropriate education and experience will be provided to the NP in accordance with CRNA regulations and approval * Advanced skills in caring for patients with chronic, complex, and/or specialized needs; experience with care planning for Seniors * Experience with completing geriatric assessments, including cognitive testing. Well ve