Position Title: Registered Nurse (On-Call/Casual)
Reports to: Manager, Clinical Health
Job Overview
Reporting to the Manager, Clinical Health, the Registered Nurse provides comprehensive healthcare services to the members of the Haisla Nation with a focus on both clinical care and home-based services. This includes the delivery of high-quality nursing care, promoting and maintaining health and wellness within the community, and supporting individuals and families in managing their health conditions.
To ensure a culturally safe and client-focused care, the Registered Nurse works closely with community members, knowledge keepers, families, and other healthcare providers.
Organizational Status
The Haisla Nation is the band government of the Haisla people. Our mission is to build a powerful, prosperous and proud community, healthy in mind, body and spirit. We believe in building a strong and thriving community, with healthy and happy members and a sustained and prosperous environment. We are about 1962+ people, with approximately 532 living in Haisla (Kitamaat Village). We have lived off the land and waters of our traditional territory for thousands of years, and it remains the focus of all we do.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide direct in-home nursing care and support for homebound patients or patients who require additional care.
- Support Registered Nurse in clinical tasks, including comprehensive health assessments and health checks; health education; treatment plans; administration of medications and vaccinations; and pain-management.
- Assist Registered Nurse with managing chronic health conditions, providing education and support to patients and families.
- Assist with prenatal and postnatal screening and support services.
- Collaborate with Registered Nurse, patients and their families to create and implement individualized care plans that promote independence and increase the quality of life.
- Work closely with other healthcare professionals, including physicians, patient care aids and social workers to coordinate comprehensive care.
- Provide emergency care and support in the event of a community health crisis, natural disasters, or other emergencies.
- Participate in emergency preparedness training and planning.
- Maintain accurate documentation of all nursing assessments, treatments, care plans, progress notes and patient interactions in accordance with professional standards and organizational policies.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with patients, families, and community members.
- Develop and promote health promotion programs addressing the needs of the community.
- Advocate for the healthcare needs of the community, ensuring equitable access to services and resources.
- Engage in on-going professional development to stay current with best practices in nursing, including attending workshops, obtaining certifications, and participating in training programs relevant to community health and culturally responsive care.
- Ensure compliance with the Haisla Nation Council’s policies, ethical standards, and legal requirements.
Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) or equivalent.
- Current registration with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant.
- 3 to 5 years of recent experience as a registered nurse, preferably in community health, public health, or home care settings.
- Current First Aid and CPR.
- Experience working for a band government or Indigenous organization is an asset.
- Knowledge of the language, history and culture of the Haisla Nation is an asset.
- Excellent clinical skills in assessment, chronic disease management, wound care, and health education.
- Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload, including providing nursing care in diverse settings.
- Ability to act swiftly and decisively in crisis situations, ensuring effective and efficient response.
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to handle complex and emotionally challenging situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with attention to detail when reviewing health details and writing reports.
- Compassionate, empathetic, and patient with a strong commitment to supporting the well-being of the community members.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and various databases, search engines and Outlook/email.
- Valid BC driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle.
- Satisfactory completion of criminal records check (with vulnerable sector screening if relevant).
Salary Range: $40.14/hr - $47.22/hr
Position Type: On-Call/Casual
Number of Openings: 1
Closing Date: Will remain open until the position is filled.
While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
