Clinical Care: 

• The following care responsibilities will be provided through the lens of trauma-informed care, which is intended to ensure that care practices acknowledge this experience and meet the emotional and psychological needs of the people being served. The specific responsibilities are as follows: 

• Conduct comprehensive assessments, including physical exams, health histories, and diagnostic evaluations tailored to the person’s goals of care (e.g., may include advanced care planning, eligibility for medical assistance in dying, etc.). 

• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans, ensuring a holistic approach that incorporates physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual needs. 

• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare professionals (e.g., dyspnea, delirium, etc.). 

• Prescribe medications and treatments in accordance with regulatory standards and guidelines.  

• Perform minor procedures and interventions as required.  

• Provide palliative and end-of-life care in alignment with the wishes of the person being served and/or their substitute decision maker(s).  

• Collaborate with members of the internal interdisciplinary team and external health system partners to facilitate seamless transitions across the health system when indicated (e.g. hospitals, Ontario Health at Home, and other community-based service providers). 

• Participate in interdisciplinary care conferences and team meetings related to resident care. 

• Provide emotional support to residents and families in collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary team. 

• Participate in the resolution of ethical dilemmas while ensuring the process aligns with the organization’s ethical decision-making framework. 

Education and Teaching: 

• Educate residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members on health promotion, disease prevention, management of chronic conditions, end-of-life principles, etc. 

• Lead clinical education and training initiatives in alignment with educational priorities established by the organization. 

• Support the advancement of the nursing profession through preceptorship of nurse practitioner students. 

• Support a learning environment by participating in the education of medical learners and other health professions (e.g. personal support workers, allied health, health administration, etc.) when assigned to Kensington Health. 

Quality, Safety and Research: 

• Lead and/or participate in the achievement of quality improvement goals and objectives (e.g. annual quality improvement plans). 

• Promote a just safety culture through participation in reporting and safety incident reviews. 

• Participate in research, developing and implementing practice innovations. 

• Foster a workplace free of violence and harassment and promote workplace safety by escalating issues and supporting teams to act when indicated. 

• Evaluate and implement evidence-based practices to continually improve quality of care and clinical outcomes. 

Other: 

• Participates in various initiatives that advance the strategic priorities of Kensington Health (e.g., committees, task forces, etc.). 

Qualifications 

Required Skills and Abilities: 

• Demonstrated, strong clinical assessment, diagnostic and decision-making skills required. 

• Patience, flexibility, and exceptional interpersonal skills. 

• Proven negotiation and conflict resolution skills. 

• Ability to demonstrates composure under pressure while meeting multiple and competing deadlines. 

• Demonstrates high level of initiative, self-direction and commitment to ongoing learning. 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, and clinical information systems (e.g. Point Click Care). 

Required Knowledge and Experience: 

• Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience as a Nurse Practitioner, preferably in long-term care, gerontology, chronic disease management, and/or hospice palliative care depending on assignment. 

• Experience working with structurally vulnerable populations, including individuals experiencing homelessness, substance use, and mental health challenges, is an asset. 

• Knowledge of indigenous cultural safety, harm reduction principles, and mental health/substance use considerations is preferred.  

• Knowledge of relevant Ontario legislation and regulations (e.g. Health Care Consent Act, Fixing Long-term Care Act, Connecting Care Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, etc.). 

Required Professional Designation/Certificate: 

• Master’s degree in nursing with a combined Nurse Practitioner certificate from an accredited program (i.e. NP- Adult or NP- Primary Health Care).  

• Current registration as a Nurse Practitioner (i.e., NP- Adult or NP- Primary Health Care) with the College of Nurses of Ontario; must be in good standing. 

• Certification in point of care ultrasound device use, gerontology, and/or hospice palliative care nursing are assets.