Community Health Nurse/Home Care Nurse

Listuguj; Listuguj; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Listuguj is seeking a Community Health Nurse/Home Care Nurse to support the prevention of disease and promote health within the community. The role involves providing clinical nursing services, developing health programs, and collaborating with various health professionals. Candidates should possess a nursing degree, a valid OIIQ license, and demonstrate strong communication skills. If you are passionate about community health and want to make a difference, apply now before the deadline of July 8, 2025.

Qualifications

• License in good standing from OIIQ required.
• Knowledge of the Mi’gmaq Language and culture considered an asset.
• Valid driver’s license needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate Community Public Health Programs.
• Provide clinical nursing services and support for patient care.
• Assist with immunization program activities.

Skills

Clinical Nursing

Community Health

Communication

Assessment

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing

Community Health Nursing Certificate

Current CPR Certificate

Job description

Title: Community Health Nurse/Home Care Nurse

Start Date: July 2025

Term: Fulltime

Accountable to: Nurse-In-Charge

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Summary of Function:

The Community Health Nurse/Home Care Nurse, the incumbent functions within the mandate for the LCHS Nursing Program to provide support for the prevention of disease and promotion of Health. The Community Health Nurse works to promote an integrated, holistic health service that is responsive to the needs of the clients. This includes services and/or activities in the following health areas: Home & Community Care, Community Clinic, and Immunization Program. Local travel is required.

Job Duties:

· Participate in the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of Community Public Health Programs and Services;

· Develop and maintain good relations with outside health agencies; private Physicians and Public Health Agencies;

· Participates in case conferences, LCHS Staff Meetings, and meetings relating specifically to the Nursing Program.

· Provide Clinical Nursing services to community members in collaboration with LCHS Nursing staff, MD, NP and other health professionals.

· Provide assistance to the Immunization Program with the execution of the program activities / requirements.

· Assist with the delivery of other LCHS programs and activities, i.e. Annual Community Wellness Fair, Flu Clinics, etc.

· Keeps current with new policies/procedures as indicated within their own professional expertise.

· Completing and evaluating Multi-Clientele Assessment Tool (MCAT)

· Responsible to provide comprehensive nursing care to clients and families as outlined through the Eligibility Review Committee (ERC)

· Formulate and implement a plan for the nursing care function of clients

· Support and advocate on behalf of client in accessing health services through external resources including placement process for long-term care

· Provides teaching / counseling to individuals and families as related to the clients nursing care plan

· Provides teaching as required to direct service workers in relation to the client service plan

· Adhere to reporting schedule for month end data reports for submission to the Home Care Data Base Entry Clerk and Nurse-In-Charge

· Responsible for providing treatment services including wound care, medication administration and management, palliative care, specimen collection post operative care, etc.)

· Responsible for providing in-home daily phlebotomy services to LCHS Home & Community Care clients

· Ensure the safe transport of blood samples to the appropriate health agency · For a complete job description please contact: [e-mail]

Requirements:

· Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from a University;

· Community College Diploma in Nursing (Community Health Nursing Certificate);

· A License in good standing from the Ordre des infirmieres et infirmiers du Quebec (OIIQ);

· MSB Community Nurse upgrading modular course or equal;

· Knowledge of the Mi’gmaq Language and culture considered an asset;

· Current CPR Certificate;

· Valid driver’s license;

· Ability to pass a criminal background check.

Submit Confidential Applications, Resumes and References to:

LMG Human Resources

17 Riverside West,

Listuguj (Quebec) G0C 2R0 [e-mail]

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION IS CLOSE OF BUSINESS

Tuesday July 8, 2025