Casual School Nurse - Student Health & Crisis Support

Northwest Employment Works; Sioux Lookout; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

NORTHERN NISHNAWBE EDUCATION COUNCIL in Sioux Lookout, Ontario seeks Casual Registered Nurses to support Pelican Falls First Nations High School students. Roles run Monday–Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. during the school calendar with hourly pay for up to 35 hours per week.

Responsibilities include providing health services, assessing needs, administering medications, maintaining records, and collaborating with on-site and daytime nursing staff to ensure student safety.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse or Bachelor of Science in Nursing is mandatory.
• Must be in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Certified in CPR and First Aid.
• Ability to assess and provide health care needs to students.
• Knowledge and understanding of Native culture, traditions and lifestyles.
• Excellent leadership, motivation, and problem-solving skills.
• Fluency in Oji-Cree, Cree or Ojibway is an asset.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently.
• Able to work effectively and collaboratively with others.
• Strong communication skills.
• Valid Class “G” Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical health services to students at Pelican Falls First Nations High School.
• Assess medical needs of students; determine treatment plans and provide follow-up support.
• Refer complex needs to physician or other health professionals.
• Administer medications, provide first aid, assist in emergencies.
• Maintain and update on-site clinical and confidential student medical records.
• Collaborate and maintain communication with daytime nursing support.
• Maintain a safe, clean, welcoming and positive environment.
• Prepare evaluations and summaries of students including recommendations.
• Develop or assist in developing treatment plans for students.
• Work with staff to support students at risk or in crisis.
• Ensure daily or weekly check-ins with students as required.
• Participate in team meetings as available.
• Liaise with other organizations, partners and/or professionals.
• Respond to parent, teacher and student inquiries.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Nursing assessment

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

RN license (Ontario)

Job description

NORTHERN NISHNAWBE EDUCATION COUNCIL in Sioux Lookout, Ontario seeks Casual Registered Nurses to support Pelican Falls First Nations High School students. Roles run Monday–Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. during the school calendar with hourly pay for up to 35 hours per week.

Responsibilities include providing health services, assessing needs, administering medications, maintaining records, and collaborating with on-site and daytime nursing staff to ensure student safety.