Nurse Practitioner – 1.0 FTE – Hinton

The Nurse Practitioner will work to full scope of practice and assist with the implementation of strategies for improving the quality and provision of patient care.

• Performs advanced, focused and/or comprehensive health assessments
• Order, perform and interpret diagnostic screening or investigations
• Determine differential diagnoses through the integration of patient information and evidence-informed practice
• Communicate assessment findings and/or diagnoses, including outcomes and prognoses with patients/families
• Based on evidence-informed practice, develop and implement plans of care including performing invasive and non-invasive interventions, treatments and procedures
• Evaluate and revise plans of care based on patient’s response to therapies, and in collaboration with patient
• Prescribe and distribute pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and other therapies
• Document the provision of care for patients in accordance with practice standards and organizational policies
• Participate in clinical research of high academic caliber related to program goals and activities.
• Other duties and responsibilities as required
• Maintains professional requirements and ongoing active participation in professional development
• Maintains current knowledge and skills in clinical practice
• Participates in quality improvement activities
• Offers training support, contributing to team members’ and other healthcare providers’ knowledge, professional development, and clinical skills
• Act as a resource to other practice members

• Ability to function cooperatively with physicians and clinic staff in a multidisciplinary setting
• Ability to build a good working relationship with patients, families and other healthcare professionals
• Understanding and adherence to confidentiality
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a team, respect other’s views and opinions
• Ability to act responsibly and accountably
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Flexibility in approach to work, including the ability to work on own initiative and to prioritize workload
• Awareness of strengths and limitations, attention to Nurse Practitioners’ Competencies and Scope in Practice
• Ability to develop new skills and apply theory to practice
• Ability to make evidence-based decisions
• Ability to monitor clinical standards
• Current Registration & Practice Permit as a Nurse Practitioner with the College and Association of Registered Nurses in Alberta (CARNA)
• Eligible for registration as a prescriber with Tracked Prescription Program (TPP) Alberta
• Successful completion of an approved NP program at a Master of Nursing level or equivalent
• Experience working within a primary care setting preferred

• Please email your resume, cover letter, and professional references to careers@bighornpcn.com
• Please include the Reference ID in the subject line of the email
• All candidates will be required to undergo a security clearance check

The Bighorn PCN thanks you for your interest in this position, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Bighorn PCN is an equal opportunity employer. The Bighorn PCN welcomes applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.