Posted on March 27, 2024
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Dates:
From 2024-03-27
Under the general supervision of the Director of Healing and Harm Reduction, the Nurse Practitioner is responsible for providing primary health care services to Main Street Project clients. This includes independent nursing services and continuous care toward the management of client’s health, administration of prescribed medical treatments, collaboration and interaction within the healthcare team and participation in the coordination of client care. Primary focus of the position is in the Withdrawal Management Services at MSP. The nurse practitioner will also advise and provide guidance to MSP harm reduction programs and work.
Collaborate with clients and other health professionals to identify and assess trends and patterns that have implications for clients’ and MSP community members.
Identify and respond appropriately to legal and ethical issues that may arise in patient care.
Develop and implement evidence-based strategies to improve care and participate in creating and evaluating health care policies.
Formulate and implement treatment plans and monitor clients’ progress.
Assume responsibility and accountability for your own professional development, educational or consultative assistance.
Provision of Care to clients in the Withdrawal Management Services program at MSP, including reviewing medial intake forms, review and monitor prescriptions including OAT, and other medications related to Withdrawal Management. Provide ongoing health checks and monitoring during clients stay at MSP.
Practices autonomously and is solely accountable for his/her actions while practicing.
Train and ensure MSP staff are adhering to the highest standards for Medication administration.
Manage client information handling and database systems (HIFIS).
Develop forms and systems as required.
Attend inter-agency and program-related meetings as required.
Facilitate where necessary internal and external communication.
Oversee the follow up of consultations that are linked to other services.
Document all critical incidents as outlined in the Policies and Procedures Manual.
Collects data necessary to meet funding requirements and statistical reports.
Other duties as assigned within scope of practice.
Posting Closes: January 21, 2024
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