ABOUT THE ROLE
The Registered Nurse (RN) is a regulated member of the interdisciplinary health care team that provides comprehensive, quality care to patients and families in the community of Fort McKay First Nation. The RN works to their full scope of practice in providing safe, quality care in accordance with established standards, policies and procedures of FMFN. The incumbent utilizes the nursing process, critical thinking, problem solving and decision-making skills to individuals, families, groups, communities and populations across the life span in all practice settings.
KEY RESPONSIBLITIES
Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Provide a variety of nursing services to patients including families, groups, communities, and populations within the framework of holistic professional nursing practices and the principles of primary health care.
- Observe, assess, monitor and document patient symptoms, reactions and progress.
- Administer medications and injections.
- Provide education and information to patients, families, and caregivers.
- Incorporate critical inquiry and relational practice to conduct an organized and comprehensive assessment that emphasizes patient input and the determinants of health.
- Identifies nursing diagnosis based on defining characteristics presented and communicates nursing diagnosis to patient, interprofessional health care team members, and other providers of care as appropriate.
- Triages and communicates with community physicians as needed.
- Assist physicians during procedures.
- Collaborates care with other members of the nursing team and consults with other healthcare providers as needed to meet patient, family, and community needs.
- Coordinates and manages the ongoing administration of the patient-centered care plans.
- Utilizes nursing process, critical inquiry, problem solving, and decision-making skills to provide care to individuals, families, groups, communities, and populations across the life span.
- Conducts organized and comprehensive professional assessments of the patient's health status and determines appropriate responses and follow-up including consultation with the patient and other health care providers.
- Provides collaborative and shared leadership within the interprofessional health care team.
- Applies scope of practice as defined by Schedule 24 of the Health Professions Act of Alberta, Registered Nurses Profession Regulation and CARNA Standards of Practice and other guiding documents.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing is required.
- A current and ongoing valid practice permit from the College and Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CARNA) is required.
- Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP) is required.
- Completion of Indigenous awareness and sensitivity training is required.
- Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience required.
- Clean Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector
- Crisis intervention skills preferred
- Mental health experience preferred
- Mental health and addiction knowledge is an asset
- Experience working in an Indigenous community including knowledge of First Nations culture, traditions and values is a definite asset.
WHY APPLY?
At Fort McKay, we value the dedication of our employees, which is why we give so much in return. In addition to Competitive Pay, we also offer the following;
- A healthy work-life balance with an on-site fitness centre
- Transportation to and from work
- An employer matched Pension Plan and Comprehensive Health benefits package with Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
- The opportunity to work with a community that is committed to protecting its traditional lands
- Shift: Monday - Thursday - 8:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Friday - 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
ABOUT FORT MCKAY
The Fort McKay First Nation (FMFN) is composed of over 800 band members, including those of Cree and Dene heritage, with approximately 400 members residing in the hamlet of Fort McKay — a community located approximately 65 km north of Fort McMurray. Fort McKay offers the best of both worlds: remote northern life for the nature lover and proximity to a large city of about 70,000 people with all the amenities you need.
HOW TO APPLY:
ONLINE: Job Board - Fort McKay First Nation
You can also check us out on social media -> Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter & Instagram
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Please ensure you indicate the Competition # 054-2026
- Preference will be given to qualified applicants of Indigenous ancestry in any hiring decision, please declare your Indigenous status in your application.
