Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner – Orthopaedic Surgery – Residency Opportunity Join to apply for the Nurse Practitioner – Orthopaedic Surgery – Residency Opportunity role at Fraser Health Authority . Salary CAD $59.56 – $85.62 per hour. Job Summary Bring your clinical expertise, dedication, and passion for providing quality, compassionate care to a challenging and rewarding role as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) in Orthopaedic Surgery at Royal Columbian Hospital (RCH). We are currently seeking two NPs to join our dynamic Orthopaedic Surgery team, delivering comprehensive care to patients with complex medical needs across the continuum of elective and non‑elective orthopedic surgical care. Practicing within a collaborative, team‑based model, the NP works closely with orthopaedic surgeons who remain the Most Responsible Provider (MRP) for surgical care and interprofessional colleagues to deliver seamless, patient-centered care from admission through to discharge or transfer. The NP plays a key role in assessing, diagnosing, treating, and managing patients across the continuum of elective and non‑elective orthopaedic care. Responsibilities include participating in daily rounds, coordinating discharge planning and transitions of care, consulting with medical subspecialties, and supporting community reintegration. The NP also contributes to quality improvement, education, and research initiatives while ensuring accurate documentation using Fraser Health’s Meditech Expanse system. RCH, located in New Westminster, BC, is one of Fraser Health’s three regional hospitals and a leading tertiary care center. It provides advanced orthopaedic surgical care, including both elective and emergency procedures, supported by a multidisciplinary team and state-of-the-art facilities. The hospital’s integrated approach ensures high-quality, patient-centered care across the full continuum—from acute intervention to rehabilitation and discharge planning. New Westminster is known for its stunning waterfront views along the Fraser River and its central position in the Greater Vancouver region. Residency Opportunity Our Nurse Practitioner Residency Program offers a unique postgraduate experience that will elevate your skills and strengthen your transition into independent practice. Advanced Training: Dive deep into a clinical area relevant to your role. Team Collaboration: Build connections as you work alongside experienced professionals. Patient-Centered Care: Develop a model of care that puts patients at the heart of everything you do. Mentorship: Benefit from mentorship across multiple clinical areas. Clinical Supervision: Supervision that ensures you’re on the right track. Self-Directed Learning: Protected time for learning tailored to your clinical practice. Experienced Coaching: Weekly check‑ins with an experienced nurse practitioner. Be part of our clinical enhancement program with regular in‑house skills development such as 12‑lead ECG interpretation, Point‑of‑Care ultrasound (POCUS), suturing, and x‑ray interpretation, plus centralized NP orientation. You will be welcomed into a New Graduate NP Community of Practice team to support your transition into independent practice. Benefits Comprehensive, 100% Employer‑Paid Benefits. Generous Vacation Time: up to four weeks. Benefit Portability: Transfer benefits from another HEABC employer. Immediate Pension Enrollment: Defined municipal pension plan from day one. Maternity Top‑Up: 87% top‑up during maternity leave. TransLink Pass Subsidy: 50% subsidy on TransLink passes. Additional employee discounts and perks available. Eligibility based on employment status. Detailed Overview The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients. The NP initiates treatment, prescribes medications, and practices autonomously within an interdisciplinary team. The position collaborates with patients, families, and health professionals to identify and assess trends, develop population‑based strategies, and participate in policy‑making activities. The NP participates in peer review and self‑review to evaluate services at the patient and community level. Responsibilities Diagnoses and treats patients for undifferentiated diseases within scope of practice. Monitors ongoing care, orders diagnostic investigations, interprets reports. Establishes priorities for management, communicates with patients and families. Collaborates and consults with physicians and other providers; admits and discharges patients. Prescribes drugs within statutory limits and employer policies. Assigns work to other staff; evaluates and provides education and supervision. Participates in research and contributes to patient care advances. Maintains population health focus with screening and health promotion activities. Participates in interdisciplinary education and fosters health care partnerships. Develops and evaluates policies and procedures related to nursing and health system practices. Performs other duties as required. Qualifications Education and Experience Current practicing registration as a Nurse Practitioner with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) and recent relevant clinical nursing experience. Competencies Demonstrates the leadership practices of the Fraser Health Leadership Framework: Clear, Caring, and Courageous. Creates conditions for people to succeed. Professional / Technical Capabilities Communicates and collaborates with patients, families, and professionals regarding health findings. Collaborates, consults, and formally refers to physicians and other health professionals. Critically assesses and evaluates health research literature and introduces evidence‑based practice. Assesses and recognizes population health trends; plans and implements prevention strategies. Implements and evaluates planned change. Supervises others and evaluates their care. Leads a team and works collaboratively. Self‑directs and adapts effectively in complex, dynamic situations. Transfers knowledge, teaches, coaches, and mentors others. Responds to legal and ethical issues appropriately. Self‑assesses performance and assumes responsibility for professional development. About Fraser Health Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 50,000+ staff and volunteers. We are committed to planetary health, diversity, and a respectful, caring, and trusting environment. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aim to ensure all individuals are treated inclusively, equitably, and culturally safely. Recruitment Scam Warning Please be on alert for recruitment scams. We are aware of several scams targeting individuals by falsely claiming to represent Fraser Health. Always take precautions when sharing personal details with unverified sources. We will never ask for money or payment, nor ask you to download or install an app during our recruitment process. Job Details Seniority Level: Entry Level Employment Type: Full‑Time Job Function: Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care #J-18808-Ljbffr