Nurse Practitioner, Health and Wellness Services

Position Title: Nurse Practitioner, Health and Wellness Services

Department: Health and Wellness

Type of Employment: Full-Time Term Appointment until November 05, 2027

Salary:$113,745 - $ 141,798 per year

Vacancy Status: Existing position

Laurentian University offers an outstanding life and career experience at the heart of a welcoming community. What’s more, it provides the opportunity to pursue a balanced lifestyle while enjoying all of the amenities of a mid-size city. Short commutes, hundreds of lakes, waterways and nature trails, a myriad of recreational, artistic, cultural and entertainment opportunities, all combine to make this an idyllic setting to grow and thrive.

This is your opportunity to join our team in a supportive, bilingual environment and contribute to our students’ success, as well as your own. The University’s diverse community and its focused efforts on its tricultural mandate embracing francophone and Indigenous cultures, deeply enrich the experience you can expect. Along with a competitive salary, eligible employees receive a comprehensive compensation package.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Manager, Health and Wellness Services, the Nurse Practitioner is responsible for providing high quality patient care, focusing on health promotion and disease prevention, collaborating with healthcare teams, managing chronic conditions, advocating for patients, maintaining efficient documentation and record keeping, ensuring regulatory compliance and risk management, and contributing to sustainability and strategic growth

Health Assessment, Diagnosis, and Therapeutic Management

• Perform focused and comprehensive health assessments, including complete health histories and physical evaluations, to diagnose health risks and conditions
• Integrate client data and evidence-informed practice to formulate diagnoses, anticipate urgent situations, and initiate interventions
• Order and conduct diagnostic investigations, communicate assessment findings and prognosis to clients, and collaborate on care options and therapeutic interventions
• Prescribe pharmacotherapy based on health history and conditions, counsel clients on medication therapy, and evaluate and revise care plans

Mental Health Assessment

• Conduct in-depth mental health assessments and diagnoses using DSM-5 for university students, implementing a range of treatment options
• Provide individual and group therapy sessions, crisis intervention services, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated care
• Participate in outreach programs and workshops to promote mental health awareness and wellness on campus

Health Promotion and Prevention of Illness and Injury

• Lead or collaborate with healthcare teams and communities to promote health and reduce the risk of complications and injuries
• Assess and analyze client and population health trends, develop strategies to address health implications, and contribute to policy development for health services
• Design and implement health promotion interventions and evaluation processes to monitor effectiveness.

Collaboration, Consultation, and Referral

• Consult with and refer clients to other healthcare providers throughout the care continuum
• Advocate for clients regarding therapeutic interventions and healthcare access, and collaborate with the healthcare team to promote inter professional, client-centered care. Apply advanced skills in communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution.

Accurate Documentation (Clinical Practice)

• Maintain accurate and confidential electronic health records, documenting assessments, interventions, and treatment plans in a timely manner.
• Adhere to federal and provincial legislation and standards related to privacy and information management
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Nursing
• Three (3) to Five (5) years of relevant experience
• A Nurse Practitioner (NP) License is required, or must be actively pursuing a Nurse Practitioner (NP) License.
• Various certifications, including:

-Mental Health First Aid

-Suicide Prevention

-Standard First Aid and CPR

-Defibrillation

-Critical Incident Stress Management

-Risk Assessment and Threat Management

• Clinical Skills
• Strong background in providing primary care services, including:

-Assessments

- Diagnosis

-Treatment

-Patient education

• Leadership and Management

o Oversee clinical operations in the absence of the Manager

o Provide leadership and guidance to RNs and clerical staff

o Skilled in designing, implementing, and evaluating health and wellness programs

o Knowledge of mental health support, crisis intervention, and therapeutic management

• Knowledge of Health Systems Familiar with health legislation, including:

Nursing Act, 1991

Regulated Health Professions Act

• Knowledge of regulatory privacy standards (PHIPA, FIPPA, PIPEDA)

o Proficient in healthcare management software and electronic medical records (EMR), such as Telus PS Suite, and data analysis tools

• Technology Proficiency Proficient in technology, including: Google Suite, Microsoft Suite ? Datatel and Fusion
• Crisis Management

o Capable of managing urgent health situations in clinical and operational settings

o Member of the CARE (Coordination, Assessment, Response, and Education) team

o Advanced communication skills in conflict resolution and negotiation

• Ability to work fluently (verbal and written) in both official languages, French and English, is an asset.

Applications are being accepted to fill an active vacancy within the University

***We are aware that some applicants are experiencing difficulty using our careers portal. Should you complete an application through our online form and receive an error, please submit your application to [email protected]***

The official University hours of operation shall be from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, during, and including, the months from September to April, and from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m Monday through Friday during and including May to August., amounting to thirty-three and three-quarter (33.75) hours per week.

At Laurentian University, we recognize that work-life balance is essential for both personal well-being and professional success. Our policy offers employees some flexibility to better balance personal needs while maintaining effective service delivery.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the job incumbent. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time. Laurentian University is an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to maintaining a fair and equitable work environment. All of our employees and job applicants will be employed solely on the basis of their abilities and qualifications and following the applicable collective agreements where required.

HOW TO APPLY

Laurentian University welcomes all candidates authorized to work in Canada and who meet the

minimum qualifications required to apply for this position. Please submit your application on our website and ensure that your cover letter and resume both specify the job title of the position that you are applying for. If you are a current employee of Laurentian University, please ensure that you notate accordingly in your application.

Laurentian University is an inclusive and welcoming community committed to employment equity. Applications are encouraged from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions. Laurentian University’s bilingualism policy provides a provision regarding the language requirement for persons self-identifying as First Nations, Métis or Inuit.

All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. However, only those selected for an

interview will be contacted. If contacted and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please advise the Human Resources and Organizational Development Department. Laurentian University is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free experience to applicants with accessibility needs. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage during the recruitment process. Please contact the Human Resources and Organizational Development Office at [email protected] for more information.

Please note that candidates invited for an interview will be required to submit three professional references.