ABOUT US
The Canadian Nurses Protective Society (CNPS) provides legal advice, risk management services, legal assistance and professional liability protection related to nursing practice to over 150,000 eligible Canadian nurses across all Canadian provinces and territories. With the CNPS, you will enjoy a dynamic work environment, a collegial atmosphere and a rewarding career that provides opportunities for legal contributions at the leading edge of developments in the delivery of health care services in Canada.
SCOPE OF POSITION
As a lawyer and educator, the Canadian Nurses Protective Society (CNPS) legal counsel is primarily responsible for providing legal advice and assistance to eligible nurses across Canada. In addition, the CNPS legal counsel is responsible for the strategic management of civil litigation, criminal, regulatory, statutory and other legal proceedings, personally or in collaboration with external counsel. In their capacity as an educator, the CNPS legal counsel is also responsible for developing and delivering to nurses risk-management education on prevalent and emerging issues in health law.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provision of legal information, advice, and support to nursing professionals in connection with issues arising from their professional practice
- Review and analysis of legal documents
- Provision of advice and legal representation to nurses involved in litigation and legal proceedings
- Strategic management of the conduct of litigation and legal proceedings across Canadian jurisdictions
- Documentation of legal services in accordance with applicable standards and employer policies
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
- Development and presentation of educational modules, workshops, and lectures on professional obligations and legal issues relevant to nursing
- Drafting of articles for publication on various health law topics relevant to nursing
- Research and provision of legal opinions relating to various corporate issues
- Representing the CNPS on external committees and working groups
REQUIREMENTS
- Law degree from a Canadian university
- License to practice common law in a Canadian province or territory
- Minimum 5 years of civil litigation experience (must have), including 3 years practicing Health Law (highly preferred)
- Experience working with regulated health-care professionals (preferred)
- Proficiency with SharePoint and Microsoft Office Suite/0365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Ability to travel within Canada
- Ability and willingness to relocate to Ottawa
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Leadership: Collaborative, inclusive, and team focused. Understands the intricacies of working, learning, and progressing as part of a team.
- Communication: An excellent communicator with proven negotiation and relationship-building skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in an empathetic manner in highly sensitive situations.
- Case Management: A self-motivated professional who thrives in a fast paced, high-pressure environment while effectively managing changing and competing priorities.
- Critical Thinking: A creative thinker with highly developed analytical and organizational skills who understands the intricacies of litigation and exercises good judgment in providing accurate legal advice.
ASSET QUALIFICATIONS
- Nursing baccalaureate and broad nursing experience
- Registered or eligible for registration as a registered nurse or nurse practitioner in a Canadian province of territory
- Fluent in both official languages, written and oral
- Licensed to practice civil law
WHY CHOOSE THE CNPS?
What we offer
- Competitive total compensation package
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
- Transport allowance, which can be applied towards public transit, parking, or rideshare. Our modern, bright office is located in Ottawa on Elgin Street, providing easy access to the heart of the downtown core.
- Defined benefit pension plan: We are proud to participate in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), offering our eligible employees the security and peace of mind that comes with a defined benefit pension plan. We understand the importance of financial well-being and believe that a strong pension, like HOOPP, recognizes our employees and provides a stable foundation for their future as part of the overall compensation package.
Rewarding work in a collegial environment
- We work with purpose and value integrity, innovation, and collaboration.
- We embrace a culture of learning and inclusion, where employees feel they can bring their authentic selves to work every day.
- Enjoy a dynamic culture that includes social events and opportunities to get to know colleagues across departments.
Please submit your cover letter and your resume to hr@cnps.ca. Please address your application for the attention of Andrée-Ann Cousineau-Lalonde, HR Business Partner.
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted
The CNPS welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.