Home Care Nurse
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (1) Full-Time Permanent Position available
Title: Home Care Nurse
Location: Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation Family and Community Centre (NCNFCWC) – Nelson House Head-Office
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate homecare nurse to join our team in Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation (Nelson House). The position is full-time and involves providing essential healthcare services to clients in their homes.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Patient Care:
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- Deliver high quality nursing care to homebound patients or clients as referred by the nursing station, Home and Community Care Coordinator, and community.
- Conduct comprehensive health assessments and develop individualized care plans.
- Administer treatments and medications as prescribed.
- Provide wound care, injections, and other clinical procedures as needed.
- Educate patients and their families on healthcare management, disease prevention, and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records.
- Prepare and submit reports on patient care, program outcomes, and staff performance.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies.
Qualifications/Requirements:
Essential:
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- Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with a valid license to practice in Manitoba.
- Experience in homecare or community health nursing is preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to prioritize needs and organize work to accomplish workload.
- Experience in advocating on behalf of clients to ensure required care.
- Commitment to providing compassionate and patient-centred care.
- Desired:
- Certification in CPR Level C or higher.
- Knowledge of local health services and community resources.
- Proficiency in electronic health record systems.
- Ability to speak and understand Cree relevant to the Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation.
Conditions of Employment:
- Position is subject to a criminal record check, including vulnerable sector search and child abuse registry check.
Working Conditions:
- Working a standard work week.
- Additional hours beyond the standard regular hours of work may be required at times.
Remuneration:
- Competitive salary.
- A full and unique benefits plan.
- Annual retention bonus.
Recognizing the importance of building an exemplary service delivery that is equal, inclusive and reflective of the population it serves, preference will be given to qualified First Nation members who voluntarily self-declare in their application.
Closing date: Until position filled
Submit all Applications to:
Anna N. Spence
Director of Human Resource
anspence@ncnwellness.ca
NCN Family & Community Wellness Centre Inc.
14 Bay Road, Box 20, Nelson House, MB R0B 1A0
Phone: 204-484-2341
Fax: 204-484-2351