Community Care Nurse

Westbank First Nation; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A progressive indigenous community is seeking a Community Care Nurse to coordinate and deliver health services to individuals and families. This part-time term position focuses on various community health programs and requires nursing experience, including foot and wound care. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered alongside a supportive work environment. Applications are due by midnight on August 17, 2025.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package including 3 weeks’ vacation

Extended Health Care including Vision and Paramedical Services

Municipal Pension Plan membership

Access to Big White Season Passes (Summer & Winter)

Employee Recognition Program

Access to LinkedIn Learning for Professional Development

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Nursing Degree from a recognized University.
• LPN required, RN preferred.
• Current registration with BCCNM.
• CPR certification – C or equivalent.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and Acceptable Driver’s Abstract.
• Acceptable Criminal Record check with Vulnerable Sector search.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate administration of Home and Community Care programs.
• Provide health support and basic medical services.
• Provide community education and support.

Skills

Foot care experience

Wound care experience

Basic medical services

Community education

Education

Bachelor of Nursing Degree

LPN required, RN preferred

Current registration with BCCNM

Job description

WFN fosters a workplace environment that is diverse, inclusive, collaborative, healthy, and reflective of Syilx values and culture.

Westbank First Nation

Community Care Nurse

Part Time, Term

Who We Are
Located within the traditional unceded territory of the syilx people, Westbank First Nation (WFN) is a progressive and prosperous self-governing First Nation. WFN is dedicated to promoting a healthy and prosperous future to ensure its continued existence as a strong political, social and cultural community.

Westbank First Nation values Equality, Honesty and Fairness, Respect, Integrity, Accountability and Transparency, Sustainability, Understanding, Confidentiality and Efficiency.

About this Opportunity
Under the direction of the Health Manager, the Community Care Nurse (CCN) is responsible to coordinate and assist in the implementation and evaluation of the home and community Care, adult in-home care, discharge planning from hospital, care coordination between client & IHA, chronic disease program and various other patient care services.

The Community Care Nurse delivers and assists in the program to support people in their homes during times of acute or chronic health issues. This includes an intake process, assignment of care workers and ongoing supervision of program workers. The Community Care Nurse also provides nursing care to clients of the program such as, catheter insertion, wound care, foot care, and nursing assessment. The Community Care Nurse works with family members and community resources to ensure Elders and others with chronic health conditions are cared for safely and respectfully.

Want to know more? You will…

• Coordinates the administration of the Home and Community Care, Adult In-Home Care, Diabetes and Chronic Disease programs
• Provides health support and basic medical services to individuals, families, and groups in the community as directed
• Provides community education, support, and activities as directed
• Provides specialized nursing services
• Liaises with community agencies and support groups
• Supports Home Support Workers and Homemakers

Must Haves:

• Bachelor of Nursing Degree from a recognized University
• LPN required RN preferred
• Current registration with BCCNM
• Foot and Wound care experience
• CPR – C or equivalent
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and Acceptable Driver’s Abstract
• Acceptable Criminal Record check with Vulnerable Sector search

Perks of Working at WFN:

• Competitive compensation package including 3 weeks’ vacation
• Extended Health Care (including Vision and Paramedical Services), Dental, Basic Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and Health Spending Account
• Municipal Pension Plan membership
• Access to Big White Season Passes (Summer & Winter)
• Employee Recognition Program
• Access to LinkedIn Learning for Professional Development The median hourly wage for this position is $39.23

This is a term position set to end on March 31, 2026

Application Details:
To review the full job description and to learn more about Westbank First Nation please visit our website at https://www.wfn.ca.

All applications must be submitted through our Employment Opportunities page. Ensure you attach your cover letter and resume. Incomplete or late submissions will not be accepted.

This opportunity will close at midnight on Sunday, August 17, 2025.