Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Full Time Contractor - Peterborough
Core
Independent Nurse Practitioner providing advanced clinical care, assessments, and treatment plans for residents with acute and chronic health needs in long-term care settings.
Role type
Independent Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Builds
Individualized care plans and clinical interventions for seniors
Domain
Healthcare / Geriatric Long-Term Care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Advanced critical thinking, clinical assessment, diagnosis formulation, care plan development, pharmacological therapy prescription, interdisciplinary collaboration, regulatory compliance (CNO standards)
Preferred skills
Primary care experience, gerontology, dementia care, complex care management
Technologies
Electronic health records (implied via diagnostic test ordering and care plan management)
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive health assessments and physical examinations; formulate and adjust acute and chronic care plans; prescribe pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapies; consult with physicians and interdisciplinary team members; mentor staff and educate residents/families; participate in quality improvement initiatives
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC