Civilian Nurse Practitioner on Military Base

Calian is proud to continue a long-standing contractual relationship with the Department of National Defence (DND) to provide healthcare services to the Canadian Armed Forces. Through the Health Care Provider Contract, Calian employs health care professionals across Canada who are integral to supporting the health and wellbeing of our military members.

Position Overview

Calian is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to add to our clinical team working CFB Esquimalt in Victoria, BC.  This is a full time opportunity. The Nurse Practitioner functions as an essential member of the health care team in the provision of comprehensive, multidisciplinary, collaborative primary health care services to Canadian Armed Forces members. These services include primary care, occupational, minor trauma care, health promotion, prevention of diseases and injuries, rehabilitation, and support services.

Calian understands the importance of a healthy work-life balance. We continually strive to create a positive impact on our employees’ quality of life. We have unique opportunities to work in a challenging and rewarding work environment with a strong focus on teamwork. This position offers:

• Generous allotment of time for booked appointments, giving you the opportunity to provide quality care 

• A fully functional clinic with access to diagnostic and support services within the clinic or the local community 

• Direct access to a robust Mental Health department including psychiatrists, psychologist, Social Workers, and Addictions Counselors

• Regular weekday hours with no evening or weekend work (Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 4 pm)

You will find yourself in a truly rewarding turnkey position providing the gold standard of health care to your patient population along with a collaborative team.  

Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive health assessments using sound clinical judgment, diagnostic and therapeutic skills.

• Practices autonomously and is solely accountable for his/her actions while practicing.

• Consults with physicians or other health care professionals when the client’s condition requires care beyond the scope of NP practice.

• Makes appropriate medical employment limitation recommendations in accordance with the Surgeon General’s guidelines.

• Prescribes medications and orders x-rays, ultrasounds, and lab tests in accordance with the Standards of Practice for RNs in the Extended Class

• Implements strategies to promote health and prevent illness with individuals, families or groups.

• Collaborates on the management of Members with stable chronic illnesses (such as diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia, and asthma) through a predetermined referral process.

• Refers patients to other providers or programs according to the patient’s need.

Qualifications

• Licensed and in good standing with British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives 

• Basic Life Support for Health Providers or CPR/AED Level C

Additional Requirements

• You will be able to obtain a Government Security Clearance at the Reliability level