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Indigenous Liaison Nurse (RN/RPN)

Island Health
Tofino, BC, CA
$41,42-$59,52 an hour
Temporary

QUALIFICATIONS :

Education, Training And Experience

  • Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN / RPN registrant.
  • Valid BC Driver's License.
  • Demonstrate basic knowledge of Community Health & Long Term Care Services within respective geography available for Indigenous clients;
  • Knowledge of the significance of culture in relation to individual, family and community health services;
  • Demonstrate a basic knowledge of health and wellness services available on Vancouver Island for Indigenous patients (First Nation, Métis, Inuit);
  • Demonstrates an understanding of Canadian colonization, Indigenous specific racism and its impact on the current health and wellness of Indigenous peoples;
  • Knowledge of Indigenous Identify groups in Canada and the significance of place of residence for Indigenous individuals in relation to access to health programs and services;
  • Knowledge of the significance to provision of culturally safe health care engagements and environments for Indigenous peoples;
  • Experience with Indigenous course work and education.
  • A minimum of two years of experience working within and with Indigenous communities.
  • An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.

Skills And Abilities

  • Ability to use the nursing process, teaching skills and knowledge of community resources.
  • Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Ability to use sound professional judgment, empathy, tact and integrity.
  • Ability to prioritize workload, keep accurate records and write reports.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing and establish work relationships with staff, public and groups.
  • Ability to adapt and accept change as the program evolves.
  • Ability to deliver culturally sensitive services to Indigenous populations.
  • Ability to utilize independence and initiative to plan and organize work and establish priorities.
  • 30+ days ago
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