Nurse Practitioner

Work Type: Temporary Full Time Location: WRHN @ Queen's Blvd (formerly St. Mary's General Hospital Campus)
Home to seven regional programs and comprehensive health-care services, Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN, pronounced wren) is committed to meeting the current and emerging needs in Waterloo-Wellington and beyond.
WRHN is redefining the health-care experience through collaboration and innovation, addressing barriers to access, advancing care delivery, and setting new standards in compassionate, empowered community-driven health care.
At WRHN, every patient is at the centre of everything we do as we strive to improve lives, inspire healing, and build healthier, stronger communities. By listening to patients and partners, we strive to connect communities to the right care, at the right place, and at the right time.
Please Note: New employees must provide documentation/proof of COVID-19 vaccination status, a 2-step TB test, as well as proof of immunity to measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella (chickenpox) prior to their start date at Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN). New Employees will require clearance from Employee Health, Safety and Wellness before they are able to begin any position within WRHN.
The Nurse Practitioner (NP), Cardiac Surgery, is a Registered Nurse in the extended class. This involves health assessment, diagnosis and therapeutic management of individuals. In addition, the NP, with a specialized focus on cardiac surgery, uses their expert skill to formulate clinical decisions and appropriately manage patients independently and in collaboration with members of the health care team. Direct Comprehensive Care: common patient issues include arrhythmias and stroke risk assessment, heart failure management, and pre and post op assessments and management.

Performs and documents a comprehensive health history and physical examination. The assessment includes psychosocial, spiritual and cultural assessments that may impact patient care needs.
Identifies and orders diagnostic tests and procedures within the scope of their approval licensure and according to the established medical directives.
Collects, interprets and analyzes data from multiple sources and uses this data to formulate a medical diagnosis.
Prescribes pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapies according to approved license.
Coordinates the interdisciplinary plan of care for patients by liaising with members of the interdisciplinary team to facilitate the efficient movement of the patient through the health care system.
Provides leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of quality management programs.
Participates and provides leadership in the strategic planning process for the specific clinical program.
Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of policies and procedures and care delivery models.
Contributes to the development/implementation and evaluation of patient education materials.
Conducts educational teaching sessions with patients and/or families with a focus on health promotion, disease prevention and impact of illness.
Masters in Nursing.
Completion of a Nurse Practitioner Program recognized by the College of Nurses of Ontario.
Member of Registered Nurses Association of Ontario or Member of the Nurse Practitioner's Association of Ontario with Legal Assistance Program (LAP).
Knowledge of adult education principles
Successfully able to perform their function in accordance with prescribed standards that focuses on the priority of People Safety and the delivery of the highest standard of Quality Care.
Demonstrate the physical and mental capabilities necessary for proper and efficient performance of the essential duties of the position.
Knowledge of an adherence to the Code of Conduct and all other workplace policies, including but not limited to Ethics, Violence and Harassment.
Three (3) - five (5) years' experience in cardiovascular surgical nursing Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification or be willing to obtain within 3 months of hire
Canadian Nurses Association Specialty certification in Cardiovascular Nursing.
Patient focused with the ability to effectively work with diversity and appreciate people with different opinions, backgrounds and characteristics.
Proficient communication and interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to deal effectively with patients and their families, co-workers, physicians, volunteers and others within our health care community.
Demonstrates values and commitment to foster a healthy, supportive work environment dedicated to delivering a high quality care experience though compassion, innovation and respect.
Must have a strong sense of personal and professional accountability, flexibility, and initiative to promote WRHN's vision to be the safest and most effective hospital in Canada.
MARY'S GENERAL HOSPITAL ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATION ELECTRONICALLY USING INFOR.
Waterloo Regional Health Network is committed to fair and equitable employment and in our recruitment and selection practices. We strongly believe in inclusion and diversity within our organization, and welcome all applicants including, but not limited to racialized communities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, Indigenous people, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of our Hospital community. Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. WRHN is committed to complying with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) to provide an inclusive, barrier free workplace. We will accommodate the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. International Applicants
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