Position Summary
The Opportunity

Northern Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join the Prince George Primary Care Clinic team. This NP will travel in and out to the Kwadacha and Tsay Keh Dene communities. This part-time position (0.7 FTE) offers flexibility and the chance to provide longitudinal primary care to patients of all ages. The NP will attach a patient panel and contribute to a collaborative, culturally safe care environment supported by physicians, other nurse practitioners, primary care assistants, and an interprofessional team.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver longitudinal primary care to a diverse patient population.
Attach patients per the Provincial Attachment System (PAS) guidelines.
Use Electronic Medical Record (EMR) for documentation and care coordination.
Collaborate with a supportive team of physicians, nurse practitioners, and allied health professionals.
Participate in team-based care and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
Travel to the communities of the Kwadacha and Tsay Keh Dene approx. 570km North of Prince George.

Qualifications & Skills

Eligible for registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a Nurse Practitioner.
Experience in primary care across the lifespan.
Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Commitment to culturally safe and trauma-informed care.
Driver's License

About the Community

Prince George is the centre of business, education, health and culture for northern British Columbia and services a rural population of about 300,000. The region's economic growth and diversification strategies are creating outstanding opportunities for investors, employers and employees. Affordable housing, land prices and transportation costs, due to short and quick commutes; result in one of the lowest costs of living for a city of its size in the province. The city itself is the 4th largest in British Columbia and has a population of approximately 82,300 local residents and a service centre for nearly 320,000. It is built on the confluence of the Fraser and Nechako rivers. Prince George is the home of the University of Northern British Columbia - Canada's Green university.

The Tsay Keh Dene (TKD) Nation is a Sekani community in Northern BC located at the northern end of Williston Lake, approximately 567 km north of Prince George. Historically known as Ingenika Point, this community is part of the Tse Keh Nay people residing in the Rocky Mountain Trench.

The Kwadacha Nation (Tsek'ene) is commonly known as Fort Ware. Kwadacha is located 570 km North of Prince George BC at the confluence of the Fox, the Kwadacha, and Finlay rivers in the Rocky Mountain Trench.

About the Clinic

Northern Interior Health Unit

Salary Range:

New Graduate NP - $149,382
1 Year Experience - $156,851
2 Years Experience - $164,320

Incentives & Support

Competitive compensation and benefits.
Supportive team environment with mentorship opportunities
Flexible scheduling options.
Comprehensive orientation and ongoing clinical support.
Professional development funds are available based on a learning plan after 6 months of work.
Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
Four weeks of vacation with one year of continuous service

Qualfications
Education and Experience
-Completion of BCCNM approved Master's degree level nurse practitioner program.
-Eligible for registration as a Nurse Practitioner with British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
-Ability to communicate and collaborate with patients/clients/residents and families about health findings, diagnosis, treatment, self-care and prognosis.
-Ability to collaborate, consult with and formally refer patients/clients/residents to physicians and other health professionals when appropriate.
-Ability to critically assess and evaluate health research literature to determine best practices; ability to introduce education and evidence-based research.
-Ability to assess and recognize population health trends; ability to plan and implement strategies for population-based prevention and health promotion.
-Ability to implement and evaluate planned change.
-Ability to supervise others and evaluate the care they deliver.
-Ability to lead a team and work within a team.
-Ability to self-direct, interact, and adapt effectively with other professionals in complex, dynamic situations.
-Ability to transfer knowledge, teach, coach and mentor others.
-Ability to identify and respond appropriately to legal and ethical issues that may arise in patient/resident/client care.
-Ability to self-assess performance and assume responsibility and accountability for own professional development, educational or consultative assistance when appropriate.