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 versed in using Slums and the MoCA assessment tools
- Experience with personal directives and a general understanding of guardianship and trusteeship is an asset
SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Strong, effective written and oral communication skills, high level of perceptiveness
- Critical thinking skills
- Basic computer skills in MS Word and email
- Experience in electronic medical records systems
- Perform comprehensive health assessments and initiate appropriate treatments, according to currently accepted evidence-based practice
- To provide expert clinical care in managing the healthcare needs of patients/clients. The NP works from an extensive, multi-faceted base, integrating clinical, research, education and leadership roles into the provision of care. The NP exercises critical, complex clinical decision-making skills and directs patient/client care to ensure continuity across the healthcare continuum
- The NP understands that their decisions/actions have serious implications on patient/client health outcomes if errors are made. The NP practices within the governance of their regulatory organization and acknowledges the understanding of those regulations
- Will 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
- Initiative, accountability, decision-making, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Ability work in a dynamic environment that requires flexibility and balancing of competing priorities
- Experience working in a team setting with other health professionals
Professional Development
- Responsible for maintaining continuing competencies through ongoing professional development including participation in education programs, research and continuous quality activities
- Adhere to the Canadian Nurses Association (CAN) Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses
- Provide restricted activities and care within the full scope of practice as defined under the Health Professions Act (HPA)
- Responsible and accountable for their nursing practice and for ensuring that their registration is current, valid and entered on the NP roster under the HPA
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES AND COMPETENCIES
- Ability to build a good working relationship with healthcare professionals, clients and other members of the community
- Ability to prioritize, manage time effectively and be flexible in a very active work environment
- Respect and understanding of confidentiality
- Thrives in a complex changing environment
- High levels of integrity and professional behaviour
Other Occupational Requirements
- A current and clear criminal records check is required
- A valid drivers licence and access to a vehicle for travel to various stakeholder locations
- CPR
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: $62.74-$72.00 per hour
Expected hours: 31 per week
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Fort Saskatchewan, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Are you a Nurse Practitioner?
- Do you have: Experience with completing geriatric assessments, including cognitive testing. Well versed in using Slums and the MoCA assessment tools
- Do you have: Experience with personal directives and a general understanding of guardianships and trusteeships?
- Are you able to work the schedule: Tuesdays: 12:00PM-8:15PM & Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 8:00AM-4:15PM?
- Do you have: Experience in caring for patients with chronic, complex, and/or specialized needs and experience with care planning for Seniors?
Licence/Certification:
Work Location: In person
