Nurse Practitioner - Permanent (Full-Time)

We are dedicated to providing exceptional care in a supportive and collaborative clinical environment. We are looking for passionate professionals committed to delivering high-quality services in Family Medicine (FHT), Specialty Medicine, Psychiatry, and more. Join our team and be part of a community that values patient-centered care, clinical excellence, and overall community well-being.

ByWard Family Health Team

Ottawa, ON

Allied Health Providers

Full-time or part-time

Sep 08, 2026

Hourly: $56.31 – $67.9

Position Title: Nurse Practitioner

Division: ByWard Family Health Team (BWFHT)

Job Status: Contract – Permanent Full-Time (In-person/remote)

Job Reports To: Executive Director

Hourly Rate: $56.31 – $67.90 ($106, 144 – $127,991)

ByWard Family Health Team (BWFHT) operates a busy clinic and offers a comprehensive range of services to the general public. We are committed to delivering timely, quality and collaborative assessment, treatment and health promotion, in a supportive and caring environment that is open and transparent to social, ethnic, and income factors.

JOB SUMMARY

We are currently looking for a full-time Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our team for a 14-month Maternity Leave Replacement and provide a full range of healthcare services to patients within the primary health care NP’s scope of practice. The NP will provide care to patients within our FHT guidelines for health promotion, disease prevention and chronic disease management. The NP will work collaboratively with physicians and allied health professionals in our shared care model.

ACCOUNTABILITY

Staff are expected to work in a professional manner, demonstrating above average qualities such as courtesy, tact, and judgment with respect to patients, fellow colleagues, and professionals. All staff are expected to work in parallel with the organization’s confidentiality agreement. As a member of our team, you are responsible for bringing issues that affect the smooth operation of the organization, to the attention of your immediate supervisor. It is your responsibility to be up to date with all organizational communication.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Initiate and manage the care of patients with diseases or disorders within the Nurse Practitioner’s scope of practice and/or monitors the ongoing therapy of patients by providing effective pharmacological, complementary or counseling interventions.
• Evaluate effectiveness of care plans by assessing patient comprehension and compliance to the care plan, reviewing clinical, behavioral and learning outcomes.
• Based on evidence and best practice and in networking collaborate in development of goals and objectives, services and activities, outcome measures and evaluation for student community. By doing so, develops an information network for present & future use.
• Integrate best practice guidelines and current evidence-based research into clinical practice,
• Evaluate clinical outcomes and integrate nursing knowledge and research into clinical practice,
• Other activities may be assigned in collaboration with the health services members that relate to a Nurse Practitioner scope of practice.
• Develop linkages with external partners as appropriate to ensure continuity of care,
• Work in a manner to ensure safety to oneself, patients and their families, colleagues and the work environment.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Current Registered Nurse Extended Class certificate and registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Graduate of a recognized Nurse Practitioner program
• Current professional liability insurance
• Minimum of two years clinical nursing practice experience as a Nurse Practitioner
• Previous RN experience in hospital emergency department, primary care clinic or equivalent.
• Bilingual preferred (French & English)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong clinical and effective time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team
• Excellent health assessment skills, clinical judgment, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Has completed an approved controlled substance prescription and management education program

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER:

• A dynamic work environment for those who thrive in a fast-paced setting
• Excellent benefit plan after a qualifying period
• Automatic Enrollment in Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) Contributions effective clinical start date
• Competitive wage based on level of experience
• Collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to learn and grow in your career
• Both in-person and virtual visits (hybrid clinical schedule)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Please note that related education/experience, bilingualism, and the ability to work in a fully paperless environment (EMR) are essential qualifications for this position.

REPORTING STRUCTURE (To whom the incumbent reports to for different aspects of their job); The incumbent reports to the Executive Director.

Please apply online. We thank all applicants for applying; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

ByWard Family Health Team is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected] and specify the nature of your accommodation request.