Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner
7 days ago
The Urgent Care Clinic (UCC) provides timely, low-barrier access to specialized mental health care. An interdisciplinary team delivers assessment, brief intervention, and stabilization supports for individuals in crisis. The clinic aims to reduce pressure on emergency departments and enhance continuity of care across the system. Services are delivered in close collaboration with partners, including police, paramedics, and local emergency departments. This Nurse Practitioner (NP) position will have a strong focus on delivering mental health care to patients presenting to the UCC. The role will support triage, perform assessments and provide brief follow-up treatment as appropriate. The ideal candidate is skilled in crisis intervention and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Duties Support triage, assessment, and follow-up care for individuals presenting in crisis. Works in partnership with the program psychiatrist to deliver short-term treatment plans for clients who meet appropriate criteria, working independently with appropriate oversight from the psychiatrist. Integrates clinical findings and evidence-based practice to formulate diagnoses and develop initial care plans. Collaborates with patients and members of the interdisciplinary team to identify and implement pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions that promote optimal outcomes. Participate in the dissemination and utilization of best practice guidelines. Provide education, mentorship and support to the health care team, primary care providers, hospital partners, and community groups. Advocates for supportive and safe client care as well as collaborative practice and utilization of evidence-informed practices, in conjunction with other primary care providers at The Royal including the NPs across the hospital. Qualifications Master’s Degree in Nursing or BSCN with specialty certification as Nurse Practitioner is required. Minimum 5 years of experience is required. Current registration as a Registered Nurse in the Province of Ontario in the Extended Class is required (CNO). Specialty certification as a Nurse Practitioner – Primary Health Care (NP-PHC) or Nurse Practitioner – Adult. Master’s preparation as a Nurse Practitioner or BSCN with specialty certification as a Nurse Practitioner. Able to demonstrate achievement of the nurse practitioner competencies of professional role, responsibility and accountability, health assessment and diagnosis, therapeutic management and health promotion and prevention of illness and injury. Able to demonstrate knowledge of relevant legislation and incorporation of this legislation into practice (Mental health Act, Health Care Consent Act, Substitute Decision Act, PHIPA and CSA). Recognized leadership skills with the ability to build the inter-disciplinary team approach to care delivery. Able to work effectively both independently and as a member of a professional inter-disciplinary treatment team. Excellent written and communication skills. CPR. Valid Ontario’s drivers license (travel may be required). English level A- is mandatory in oral comprehension, expression, reading, and writing. Bilingual (French/English) is considered an asset. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Ottawa, Canada The Royal Full timeA mental health care facility in Ottawa is seeking a Nurse Practitioner skilled in crisis intervention to provide specialized mental health care in an urgent care setting. The role involves supporting triage and assessments, collaborating with psychiatrists, and educating healthcare teams. Candidates must have a Master’s Degree in Nursing or relevant...
