Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (ONA)

Kitchener, ON
Temporary
Full-time

1 month ago

Job Description:Work Type: Temporary Full Time, Until Approximately May 2027(This is an existing vacancy)Position: Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (ONA) (0.9 FTE per LOU with ONA) –Location: WRHN @ Midtown (formerly Grand River Hospital, KW 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.Position Summary:We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (PCNP) with specialized experience in obstetric care to join our interdisciplinary team. The PCNP – Obstetrics will play a vital role in managing comprehensive care for patients throughout the prenatal period, focusing on both maternal and fetal well-being.This role involves collaborative practice with obstetricians, midwives, family physicians, and nursing staff in clinic setting. You will be working with patients to provide care during first and second trimesters of pregnancy at which point care will transfer to one of the obstetricians at WRHN@Midtown. Patients may include families without primary care, new to Canada, part of refugee or other equity-deserving populations.Key Responsibilities:

Provide prenatal assessments, including health screenings, fetal monitoring, and counseling
Educate patients and families on pregnancy, childbirth, and newborn care
Diagnose and treat common obstetric-related conditions
Order and interpret laboratory tests and ultrasounds
Prescribe medications in accordance with scope of practice and local regulations
Document care accurately in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
Refer to specialists or community services when appropriate
Promote wellness, preventative care, and chronic disease management in reproductive-age women

Position Requirements:

Current Registration and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario as an EC RN or NP.
MScN
BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) – Required
3-5 years current experience in Perinatal Nursing
FHS (Fetal Health Surveillance)
Highly motivated, self-directed and well organized
Demonstrated excellent verbal/written skills including telephone counseling skills
Skill in motivating others to understand new approaches in the delivery of health care services
Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships and teams
Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Excellent performance

Application Instructions:EMPLOYEES OF LEGACY ST. MARY’S GENERAL HOSPITAL ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATION ELECTRONICALLY USING INFOR.As per the collective agreement, the internal recruitment process will be completed prior to the consideration of external applications.Waterloo Regional Health Centre 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. We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace for all employees, free from violence and harassment.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. Should you require this accommodation, please contact Human Resources.International ApplicantsIf you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit we recommend reviewing work permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. Individuals holding a work or study permit seeking employment in the healthcare sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process. This may also apply to current employees seeking renewal of their work permits. It is the accountability of the applicant and/or employee to ensure they are adhering to their specific work permit restrictions.We would like to thank all candidates in advance for their interest and only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we are unable to confirm the receipt of individual applications or resumes.

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