Nurse Practitioner

Halton Healthcare's vision of Exemplary patient experiences, always, goes beyond just the patient experience; it has shaped our entire culture and remains at the core of every interaction in our organization, from our patients & families to our staff, physicians and volunteers.  We believe in exemplary PEOPLE experiences always

At Halton Healthcare you will thrive in a healthcare culture and environment that embraces inclusion, diversity and belonging with 'exemplary patient care, always' at the heart of everything we do.

We empower our people to be the very best they can be so they can make a difference for our patients and the communities we serve.

Halton Healthcare takes great pride in providing quality, compassionate healthcare services to our rapidly growing communities. As a progressive and vibrant healthcare organization, we are committed to being an innovative center of excellence in community hospital care.

Halton Healthcare is the regional lead for the integration of renal services across Halton Region. As a Regional Lead, Halton Healthcare works collaboratively with system partners in the management and coordination of renal services. The program offers a broad range of services to those affected by kidney disease. These include various types of kidney dialysis, a number of specialized clinics, support for inpatient and acute care areas of the hospital where dialysis is required, and support for patients requiring pre and post-transplant services. Hemodialysis services are provided in a clinic setting at the Oakville Trafalgar Hospital site as well as the Satellite unit in Burlington.

The Nurse Practitioner will utilize a comprehensive theoretical knowledge base and an advanced level of clinical competence in caring for patients in the Renal Dialysis Units at the Oakville Hospital and Burlington Satellite sites. This will involve health assessment and diagnosis, health care management, discharge planning, and therapeutic intervention (including pharmacological, complementary and counseling), as well as health promotion and the prevention of illness, injury and complications. The ANP will perform quality monitoring and improvement and administrative activities and will participate in policy and procedure development or revision. Other key components of the role include performing research activities; developing, delivering, coordinating and participating in education and professional development activities/programs; performing activities to further develop and strengthen the profession; acting as a resource and mentor; and serving as a consultant to individuals and groups within the professional community and other hospitals/agencies. This position involves caring for patients at the Oakville Hospital site and the Burlington Satellite site. 

Halton Healthcare is seeking individuals who are leaders in their chosen profession, patient/customer focused, team players, effective communicators, caring and respectful and are fiscally responsible.

• Current registration in the Extended Class with the College of Nurses of Ontario required
• Master's Degree in Nursing required
• Nurse Practitioner Certificate required
• Current ACLS required at time of hire and ongoing
• Certification as Nephrology Nurse (C. Neph.) required or commitment to complete within a mutually acceptable timeline
• Membership in specialty related organizations preferred, e.g. The Nurse Practitioners Association of Ontario and the Canadian Association of Nephrology Nurses and Technologists
• A minimum of 2 years of experience working as a nurse practitioner required
• A minimum of 8 years of acute care nursing experience required
• Experience working in a nephrology unit preferred
• Innovative, creative and professional role model
• Ability to prioritize/organize multiple demands
• Ability to work autonomously

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Hours: Monday to Friday - Days, 8 hour shifts (some extended hours as necessary) Hours subject to change based on operational needs.

Salary: $63.660 to $74.460 per hour

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Halton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to integrating diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our operations, policies and culture. If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by a job well done, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient satisfaction as we are, we'd like to hear from you. Please attach your current resume directly to this posting.

We thank all those who apply but only those individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Halton Healthcare is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities.  In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Healthcare will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs to ensure your equal participation.

The Ontario Public Hospitals Act mandates that hospitals establish health surveillance programs for all individuals working within the hospital. This regulation requires proof of immunity for certain diseases and as a result, Halton Healthcare requires all new hires to receive pre-employment medical clearance by our Health, Safety & Wellness team, prior to their start date, as a condition of employment.  This includes demonstrating compliance with Halton Healthcare's Immunization Policies.

All new hires must be fully compliant with our Vaccination Policy as a condition of employment with Halton Healthcare.  Successful applicants will be required to provide proof of vaccination or proof of a documented medical exemption as part of the hiring process.

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