Nurse Practitioner | Short Stay Unit

Overview Join to apply for the Nurse Practitioner | Short Stay Unit role at Interior Health Authority. This position focuses on caring for Alternate Level of Care (ALC) patients—often elderly or with complex conditions—awaiting rehabilitation, long-term care, or a return home. You’ll provide comprehensive support, guide complex discharge planning, and ensure each patient receives the care they need to thrive on medical, convalescent, or short-stay units. Salary Range: $74.74/hour - $82.21/hour. Interior Health establishes salaries within the minimum and maximum of the salary range based on qualifications and experience of the applicant. What We Offer Competitive Remuneration: Enjoy a rewarding salary and benefits package designed to recognize and value your experience and dedication. Exceptional Career Growth: Take advantage of opportunities for professional development, advancement, and training to support your career aspirations. Employer-Paid Training & Education: Access ongoing learning opportunities with employer-sponsored training to help you stay at the forefront of your profession. Generous Paid Time Off: Benefit from employer-paid vacation starting at 4 weeks (20 days) up to 7 weeks (35 days). Comprehensive Health Benefits: One of Canada’s top benefits packages, includes medical service plan, extended health & dental coverage, and employer-paid insurance premiums, disability, and life insurance, ensuring you and your family are well taken care of. Retirement Savings: You may be eligible to contribute to the Municipal Pension Plan (MPP), which is one of the best in Canada, and will help you secure your financial future. Work-Life Balance: We believe in supporting our employees with flexible schedules and a healthy work-life balance; options for maternity & or paternity leave top-up. Key Responsibilities Diagnosis and Treatment: Assess and diagnose undifferentiated diseases and conditions, provide treatment, and prescribe medications in line with the Nurse Practitioner’s scope of practice and regulatory standards. Care Management: Monitor ongoing care, order diagnostic investigations, interpret results, and develop tailored treatment plans to optimize patient outcomes. Patient Communication: Establish care priorities, provide follow-up treatment, and communicate effectively with patients and families about diagnoses, care plans, and prognoses. Collaboration and Consultation: Work closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to assess, diagnose, and create individualized treatment plans. May also admit and discharge patients as per organizational policies. Prescribing Medication: Prescribe medications within legal and regulatory guidelines, ensuring the safe and effective use of pharmaceutical treatments. Leadership and Supervision: Lead and guide other nursing and healthcare personnel. Provide education, supervision, and performance evaluations to support professional development. Research and Innovation: Contribute to research aimed at enhancing patient care and advancing nursing practices. Participate in initiatives to influence healthcare policies and population health strategies. Health Promotion: Lead health promotion activities and screenings, focusing on at-risk populations to prevent illness and promote well-being. Education and Mentorship: Facilitate interdisciplinary education through case presentations, mentoring, and collaboration in clinical and community settings. Support continuous learning and knowledge sharing. Policy Development: Develop, implement, and evaluate policies related to nursing, interdisciplinary care, and health system practices. Palliative and Long-Term Care: Serve as the most responsible provider for patients in palliative, hospice, and long-term care settings when required. Safety and Compliance: Adhere to Occupational Health and Safety guidelines to maintain a safe and healthy work environment. Ensure compliance with training and incident investigation protocols. Additional Responsibilities: Perform other duties as necessary to support patient care and organizational goals. Qualifications Licensure as a Nurse Practitioner and eligibility to practice in British Columbia. Experience with ALC patients and discharge planning is preferred. Strong collaboration and communication skills; ability to work in an interdisciplinary team. Commitment to high-quality, compassionate patient care. Location Williams Lake, British Columbia, Canada #J-18808-Ljbffr