Designation: Nurse Practitioner
Based at: Edmonton, AB

Job type: Full-time/Part-time; Independent contractor

Hours per shift: 8-hour, 10-hour, or 12-hour shifts available, as per provider's preference

Shifts: Days; evening shifts available up to 8:00p.m. but not required

Days off: Statutory holidays. Weekend shifts available but not required.

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OUR MISSION

Because of the life-changing gospel of Jesus Christ, Hope Mission exists to serve the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of those in search of help, healing, and hope.

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Job Summary: We are seeking a motivated and dedicated Nurse Practitioner to join the Nursing-based clinic within our emergency shelter system and locations. As a Nurse Practitioner, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality patient care and promoting overall wellness for the vulnerably housed community. Clients within this setting often have difficulty accessing a primary care provider and you will be able to fill this gap by diagnosing and treating various medical conditions, as well as providing valuable patient education on health management. As an experienced Nurse Practitioner, you will also provide mentorship and guidance to fellow colleagues and health professionals.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Care consultation
• Interdisciplinary rounds
• Autonomously diagnose and treat illnesses
• Perform medical procedures
• Order and interpret tests
• Prescribe medications
• Advocate for client wellness
• Educate patients on preventative care and disease management
• Support clients in mental health and addictions recovery
• Comply with PIPA, privacy, confidentiality, FOIP
• Advise on HM policies and procedures
• Participate in interdisciplinary and interagency collaboration
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives within the clinic
• Provide mentorship and preceptorship to colleagues, new staff, and students

Minimum Qualifications and Skills:

• Active registration in good standing with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA)
• Active First Aid certification (preferably BLS-HCP).
• Active professional liability protection insurance. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work well with minimal supervision.
• Capable of working collaboratively with the health care team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two or more years of experience working in primary care.
• Experience with vulnerable populations, especially those experiencing homelessness. 
• Proficiency in computer skills and electronic medical record systems.
• Strong understanding of Culturally Informed Care and Trauma Informed Care.
• Strong communication skills.
• Candidates should demonstrate a strong capacity for independence, self-motivation, and the ability to proactively take initiative in their work.

Other Requirements:

• Being a non-denominational Christian Organization, we require our employees to be in agreement with and sign the Hope Mission Statement of Faith (http://hopemission.com/about-us/values/)
• Cover letter stating why you would like to work with a Christian organization.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada on a full-time basis.
• Able to provide a clean Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and a Child Intervention Record Check
• A letter of reference from a ministry or church is an asset
• Adherence to Hope Mission’s Policies and Procedures.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.