Registered Nurse Practitioner (RNP-PHC) – FT/PT Student Clinic | Hamilton

HealthOPM is hiring on behalf of a post-secondary Student Health Clinic in Southwestern Ontario (Brantford area). We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner (NP) – Primary Health Care (NP-PHC) for a 6-month temporary assignment, with a very competitive rate, and the possibility of extension or transition to a permanent opportunity.

This role is well-suited for an NP who enjoys primary care, student wellness, preventative care, mental health supports, and health promotion in a structured clinic setting.

Clinic Hours

• Monday to Friday | 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

• No weekends

• Full-time or part-time availability considered

Clinic Environment

You'll be working in a newly renovated clinic space, including two examination rooms, a waiting room area, and an accessible washroom.

About the Role

The Nurse Practitioner will provide holistic primary care services for students within a post-secondary environment, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, consultations, health education, and referrals. The NP will collaborate within a multidisciplinary team and contribute to a culturally supportive environment grounded in Respect and the Good Mind principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive and focused health assessments, including health history and physical evaluation
• Provide diagnosis, treatment planning, and ongoing management of acute and chronic conditions
• Deliver health promotion, prevention education, sexual health support, and wellness strategies
• Provide care that is trauma-informed, recovery-oriented, and harm-reduction aligned for students experiencing substance use/misuse and/or mental health concerns
• Initiate therapeutic interventions and prescribe medications within NP scope

• Perform point-of-care testing (e.g., urine, HCG, rapid strep)

• Arrange follow-ups, investigations, referrals, and consults according to established procedures
• Maintain complete, accurate documentation for charts and medical records
• Participate in campus-wide health promotion initiatives, workshops, and outreach
• Collaborate with community partners and serve as a clinical resource to other professionals as needed
• Practice in alignment with College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) standards and guidelines

Qualifications & Requirements

• Current CNO registration as a Registered Nurse in the Extended Class (NP-PHC)

• BCLS certification (current)

• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience in a primary care setting

• Working knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g., Regulated Health Professions Act, Mental Health Act, Health Care Consent Act)

• Strong critical thinking, assessment, and problem-solving skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work autonomously and collaboratively

• Experience working with young adults / campus health is an asset

  Knowledge of mental health supports, sexual health, and preventative care

Why Apply Through HealthOPM

• Access to exclusive clinic opportunities across Ontario

• Streamlined onboarding and credential support

• A recruitment team that stays engaged throughout your assignment