PURPOSE The Nurse practitioner will function as a member of the team in the provision of primary health care services. The NP provides services to clients who will include individuals throughout their life span as well as the family, and the community with a strong emphasis on health promotion, patient education and disease prevention. The NP provides primary care and functions and participates in the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programs and services of the Health Team for the individuals, families and the New Tecumseth community.

SPECIFICATIONS EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing required, Master of Science in Nursing preferred with successful completion of an approved Educational program for Nurse Practitioners with a Primary Care focus Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as an RN in the extended class Current Membership with RNAO and evidence of liability insurance Current Ontario Driver’s License Demonstrated experience in Primary Care Setting Professional Role, Responsibility and Accountably 1. The NP will practice within the scope of practice as outlined by his/her professional body, the College of Nurses of Ontario, for the standard and quality of care provided in their clinical responsibilities.

2. As a member of the team the NP is accountable to other team members for the daily clinical activities and to the Executive Director.

PROFESSIONAL ROLE, RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITY Health Assessment and Diagnosis The NP  Working within the scope of practice of the NP, performs a comprehensive health or symptom directed assessment and synthesizes data from multiple sources to make a diagnosis, as part of the health care team  Spends adequate time with the client to determine the presence of existing and potential health problems, with a major focus on related lifestyle, psychological, sociocultural, and environmental risk factors which may influence the client’s health status, deals with these directly or by referral to or in consultation with, social workers, dietitians, home care providers, family physicians, specialists, alternate allied health providers, specified programs services/agencies  In accordance with the philosophy of primary health care, encourages & collaborates with clients and families to take responsibility for their own health by involving them in risk factor and health problem identification, goal setting, and the choices of interventions for disease treatment and prevention, and health promotion  Works collaboratively and in consultation with the team physicians and specialists in the development of a plan of care  Uses case management and evidence-based guidelines for chronic disease management in the continuum of care  Determines the need for and orders screening and lab tests as well as diagnostic imaging and diagnostic ultrasounds within the scope of NP practice  Able to analyze test data and reports to determine need for follow up and treatment management  Keeps complete, accurate, legible and timely records of client visits, which will provide information to assist other practitioners in continuing the client care  Sees clients at the clinic with scheduled and urgent appointments, and in the community through home visits, during regular and extended hours Therapeutic Management  Provides advanced nursing care and treatment (including pharmacological, complementary therapies and/or counseling interventions for health problems  Monitors the ongoing therapy of clients with chronic stable illness by providing effective pharmacological, complementary, or counseling interventions  Independently and in collaboration with physicians and other interdisciplinary health providers, develops and discusses appropriate individualized care plans with the client/family caregiver based on best practices  Implements strategies to promote health and prevent disease with individuals, families and care providers  Targets strategies to foster independent and healthy lifestyles with the chronically ill medical population  Synthesizes information from individual clients to identify broader implications within the family unit  Assesses and manages the care of families, in collaboration with team members  Synthesizes information from individual clients to identify broader implications for health within the community  Uses community assessment data to identify community needs and resources and develops, implements and evaluates appropriate programming  Provides clinical oversight and guidance to programs and services offered by Alliston Family Health Team  Liaises with the Medical Director on clinical matters  Participates on the Quality Improvement Plan committee Education/Advisory  Helps clients to identify and use health resources  Involves clients in decisions about their own health  Encourages clients to take action for their own health  Initiates health education and other activities that assist, promote and support clients as they strive to achieve the highest level of health  Implements strategies to promote health and prevent disease for both primary and secondary prevention  Serves as a resource for clients who require ongoing care, information, counselling & provides guidance for clients as needed Communication  Communicates effectively with health care team members to create a cohesive team and seamless services to the community  Communicates effectively with all clients, families, peers, other health care professionals and community partners  Participates in interdisciplinary meetings as required Organizational Role within the Team  Maintains current knowledge of policy manuals, reads minutes of meetings and keeps up to date with organizational happenings  Contributes to the efficient functioning of the organization and the attainment of goals  Bases practice on sound theoretical knowledge  Appropriately prioritizes tasks as necessary  Knows established work and administrative procedures Confidentiality  Maintains confidentiality & acts in an ethical & professional manner  Ensures adherence to PHIPA, personal health information protection act, and FIPPA, freedom of information and protection of privacy act  Exercises reasonable care and caution in protecting confidential and sensitive information related to clients and personnel Team Development & Education  Participates in the development planning and evaluation of treatment education, counseling and health promotion activities of the Health Team  Promotes awareness of Health Team services and programs  Actively participates in staff, team and committee meetings as appropriate  Provides leadership and mentorship to Nurse Practitioner registered nurse students that enter the Health Team for placement  Participates in the education of other health professional students  Uses community assessment data to identify community needs and resources and develops, implements and evaluates appropriate programming  Ensures that encounter forms and other statistics have been recorded and participates in their analysis

FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILIES  Participates in planning of programs and services for the organization  May participate in the expenditure of resources as planned. Professional Development  Maintains and develops professional competence through ongoing professional development. Fully participates in the Quality Assurance Program of the College of Nurses of Ontario.  Exhibits a commitment to lifelong learning.  Stays current and aware of opportunities to implement new, evidenced-based methods of client assessment, treatment and programming  Participates in self-directed learning to ensure that practice remains relevant by attending professional conferences, e-learning and journal reviews  Participates on interdisciplinary committees to promote professional/interpersonal development  Participates in clinical projects/studies as required Skills/Abilities  Knowledge and proficiency in current, evidenced-based methods and practices of primary care delivery, with an emphasis on health promotion and risk reduction  Superior leadership, organization, research, evaluation, time management, communication and interpersonal skills  Proficiency in the use of a computer, printer/scanner/fax, photocopier, telephone, AV Equipment including Video projection unit, hand-held, assessment tools, various teaching aids  Proficiency in the use of computer software, particularly in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook  Prior experience and knowledge of electronic medical records, experience with Telus (PS Suites) is considered an asset  Desire and ability to update knowledge and skills through various means including technology-based opportunities, courses, workshops and conferences  Multi-tasking skills related to the delivery of efficient primary care including the ability to share information and teach while treating a patient  Excellent verbal and written communication skills  Demonstrated ability to be open and non-judgmental  Knowledge of the goals and structure of the organization, the policies and procedures and the programs WORK ENVIROMENT The work environment will primarily be in well-lit, well-ventilated clinic areas that are furnished ergonomically. Exam rooms are well equipped and supplied. Personal office space may or may not be shared. Environment may vary depending on location of the clinic. Travel may be required between multiple sites to provide care. Ergonomics, health and safety of the NP will be a consideration when the location is furnished and equipped. It may be required to bring some requisite equipment and supplies when reporting to work in these environments. Due to the collaborative nature of this position, the NP may be required to attend meetings at other organizational offices. Travel related to the fulfillment of this position description will be reimbursed.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS: The NP reports to the Executive Director. In clinical matters, the NP collaborates with the Medical Director, physicians and other Family Health Team members to provide the most efficient, appropriate primary care to a client of the Family Health Team. The NP collaborates with other community health partners to deliver appropriate services and programs to the community. Statistical reports are required for the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care on a monthly basis or as required by the Alliston Family Health Team.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Schedule:

• Day shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Alliston, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: One location

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