Job for the future Nurse Practitioners

Average hourly wage

Not available.

Job description

These individuals have additional training and experience in nursing care. They look after all the health aspects of a patient’s life (health-related needs, information and history gathering, advice for leading a healthy life, etc.). They work in particular for:

  • Hospital centres
  • Family medicine groups
  • University health and social services centres (CIUSSS)
  • Residential and long-term care centres (CHSLDs)
  • Youth centres
  • Specialized ambulatory clinics

Personality profiles (RIASEC)

Social
People with this profile prefer to be in contact with others, in particular to entertain, help or teach them.
Investigative
People with this profile prefer relying on theoretical knowledge before acting. They like observation, analysis and problem solving.
Artistic
People with this profile prefer to express their emotions and thoughts through various art forms. They like to use their imagination.

Main tasks

  • Prescribe medications, diagnostic tests, and medical treatments.
  • Use diagnostic techniques that are invasive or pose a risk of injury.
  • Provide clinical support to Nurses and other professionals.
  • Collaborate with the Attending Physician to identify health problems and establish care and treatment.
  • Contribute to the follow-up of previously diagnosed patients.
  • Design, implement, and evaluate health programs.
  • Develop and implement educational programs.
  • Collaborate in the development of training programs for Nurses.
  • Conduct clinical medical research.

Formation

Most training programs are offered in French only.

University

Targeted regions

Last update: January 29, 2026

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