Nurse Practitioner, Student Health Services

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, client-centred primary health care to the diverse UBC student population through in-person and virtual visits.
• Assess, diagnose, treat, and manage acute and chronic health conditions, including mental health concerns.
• Coordinate appropriate internal and external referrals to ensure continuity and follow-up of care.
• Collaborate with an interprofessional team, including family physicians, specialists, and campus partners like Counselling Services.
• Participate in on-call rotations for urgent or emergent medically related calls outside regular clinic hours.
• Contribute to health promotion, outreach, educational programming, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation and participate in health-related committees.
• Act as a student advocate, promoting autonomy, dignity, privacy, and respect.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Nursing – Nurse Practitioner.
• Current BCCNM registration in good standing as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Valid BC Nurse Practitioner license.
• Professional liability coverage with the Canadian Nurses Protective Society (CNPS).
• Legal authorization to work in British Columbia/Canada.
• Commitment to enhancing awareness and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in acute or outpatient mental health settings.
• Experience working in a post-secondary or multicultural setting.
• Strong knowledge of mental health assessment and diagnostic frameworks (e.g., DSM-5).
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Mental Health Act and Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
• Demonstrated ability to provide culturally safe, trauma-informed care to diverse populations.
• Experience in health education, research, or evaluation.

About the Company

The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally. We are a leading employer in British Columbia and Canada, committed to fostering an inclusive community that supports inspired students, faculty, and staff in their journey of discovery.