Nurse Practitioner

Knowledge of trauma informed practice

Competent critical thinking/judgement/autonomous decision making capabilities

Recognizes the need for holistic care for individuals, families, and groups

Demonstrated initiative, self-direction, organizational & leadership abilities

Ability to follow safe work practices

Knowledge in various mental health and addiction and harm reduction strategies

Advocates delivery of culturally safe, responsive & people-centered healthcare

Ability to evaluate data to problem-solve and lead to quality improvement

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of the population health approach and social determinants of health

Demonstrates skills in clinical governance, research-informed practice

Knowledge in education and program development, implementation and evaluation

Knowledge in diverse cultures, values and traditions

Knowledge in applicable health promotion and health prevention initiatives

Demonstrates capacity to plan, implement and evaluate multiple assessments

Able to practice autonomously within SHA policies, clinical practice guidelines

Respects Indigenous health priorities, community context, client values