Position: Aurora-Newmarket Family Health Team (ANFHT)Registered Nurse
Qualifications: Appropriate education and relevant experience
Reporting to: ANFHT Executive Director and Lead Physician
Governing Body: The College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
Revision Date: October 21, 2025
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Job Summary:
The Registered Nurse (RN) will play an integral role in the care of the patients of the Aurora-Newmarket Family Health Team (ANFHT). The RN will assist the ANFHT in achieving its vision and mission. The role of the RN in the ANFHT requires a thorough knowledge of primary care nursing and the ability to function effectively in a team environment with Physicians, other Inter Health professionals (IHP) and administrative team members. The role also requires a high level of interpersonal skills to deal with patients and their families in a holistic compassionate fashion.
Education and Qualifications:
Professional/Education/Experience Required:
· BScN in Nursing
· Current membership with RNAO and evidence of liability insurance
· Member in good standing of the College of Nurses of Ontario
Professional/Education/Experience Preferred:
· Strong clinical skills
· Excellent oral and written skills
· Competency in computer based programs (Microsoft Office - Word and Excel)
· Proficient computer skills, effectively uses EMR for documentation
· Autonomous
· Ability to work effectively with all members of the health team
· Ability to work in an interdisciplinary team environment
· Ability to prioritize, manage time effectively and be flexible in a very active work environment
· Demonstrated experience in Community and/or Primary care
· Demonstrated experience in the area of chronic disease management and prevention
· CDE preferred but not required
· Preference given to those with at least 2 years of Primary Care experience
· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Roles & Responsibilities:
· Assist ANFHT Clinicians with day to day clinical responsibilities
· Recording of vital signs
· Wound assessment and care
· Administering immunizations and injectable medications as required
· Documentation of clinical encounters
· Liaison with other health agencies (i.e. HCC, Public Health etc.)
· Assessment of patient health care services
· Triage of clients based on acuity of problems
· Observe, collect and record patient data
· Utilize the EMR for messaging, documentation etc.
· Liaison with patients regarding laboratory, diagnostic results
· Sterilization and maintenance of relevant medical equipment
· Facilitate the implementation of relevant infection control guidelines
· Ordering and proper storage of vaccines
· Assist in the transfer of patients to the ER as needed
· Update patient Immunization records
· Acquiring and processing patient specimens for laboratory analysis as required
· Assist Clinicians with gynaecological examinations and other medical procedures as required
Treatment/Management:
· Coordination of diagnostic, therapeutic and management plans with the patient, Family Physicians and other Inter Health Professionals
· Procedures including immunizations, injections, immunotherapy, ear syringing, dressings, splinting, urinalysis, pregnancy testing
· Participate in the development and implementation of all the ANFHT’s general and targeted clinical programs, including (but not limited to): Prenatal program, Anticoagulation program, Health prevention/promotion/education programs, Mental Health program and Urgent Care program
· Leadership in Chronic Disease Management programs, involvement in Diabetic Management program
Education/Advocacy:
· Help patients to identify and use health resources
· Involve patients in decisions about their own health
· Support patients in learning how to self-manage care
· Initiate and support health education activities
· Provision of individual, family, telephone advice to patients
· Patient instruction for specific diagnostic tests and therapies
· Identify community needs and resources
· Provide clinical leadership
Referrals/Collaboration
· Work collaboratively with the ANFHT Clinicians to enhance patient care, enhance the Physician-patient relationship and augment the effectiveness and efficiency of patient care
· Ongoing consultation with Physicians to ensure the best patient outcomes
· Work collaboratively with all other team members to optimize patient care
· Liaison with bookings and referrals to specialists, community agencies, hospitals diagnostic and therapeutic services, pharmacies etc.
· Coordinate patient care
Skills and Abilities:
· Expresses self clearly & concisely – both written & verbal
· Demonstrated ability to work with a team and work independently
· Listens & responds effectively, be open and non-judgmental
· Work collaboratively and support other team members
· Ability to deal with multiple requests, calls and prioritize work
· High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Confidentiality of Information
· Ensures adherence to the freedom of information act and protection of privacy (as outlined in PHIPA)
· Exercises reasonable care with caution in protecting confidential and sensitive information related to patients and personnel
The Registered Nurse will maintain his/her clinical knowledge and skills by participating in a program of continuing professional development as required by the relevant nursing governing bodies. The RN will ensure that he/she has adequate professional malpractice insurance and will submit the appropriate documentation to the Executive Director. The RN will respect and maintain patient confidentiality at all times and sign and the Aurora-Newmarket Family Health Team’s confidentiality agreement.
The Aurora-Newmarket Family Health Team is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process. Appropriate accommodations will be made available in all aspects of the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations for equal participation in the application, interview or selection processes, kindly contact us and we will endeavor to provide a suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account your individual accessibility needs.
Job Type: Full-time
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Work Location: In person