Indigenous Health Liaison Nurse

Island Health; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health care provider is seeking an Indigenous Health Liaison Nurse to deliver quality nursing care for Indigenous clients in community and hospital settings. This role involves planning and evaluating care, ensuring cultural safety, and working closely with multidisciplinary teams to enhance health outcomes. Candidates must be registered with the BC College and possess a comprehensive understanding of Indigenous health issues, with at least two years of experience in related fields.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) in BC.
• Experience with Indigenous health organizations or communities is critical.
• Understanding of culturally safe healthcare engagements is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate nursing care for Indigenous clients.
• Participate in administration of all applicable Acts and regulations.
• Function as a member of a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Effective teamwork

Communication skills

Adaptability

Independence

Nursing process

Teaching skills

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Valid BC Driver's License

Minimum of two years of experience working with Indigenous communities

Job description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient & staff safety is a priority and a shared responsibility. The requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Job Description

Under the direction of the Regional Manager Indigenous Health, the Indigenous Health Liaison Nurse plans, organizes, implements, and evaluates nursing care for Indigenous clients with chronic, acute, palliative, or rehabilitative health care needs in community and hospital settings. Nursing care includes assessments, direct nursing care, case management, health teaching, support, consultation, liaison, and referral, functioning as a member of a multidisciplinary team. The incumbent ensures client self-care and independence are maintained and participates in the administration of all Acts and regulations applicable to nursing functions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training, And Experience

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN/RPN registrant.
• Valid BC Driver's License.
• Basic knowledge of Community Health & Long-Term Care Services within the respective geography available for Indigenous clients.
• Understanding of the significance of culture in relation to individual, family, and community health services.
• Knowledge of health and wellness services available on Vancouver Island for Indigenous patients (First Nation, Métis, Inuit).
• Understanding of Canadian colonization, Indigenous-specific racism, and its impact on health and wellness of Indigenous peoples.
• Knowledge of Indigenous Identity Groups in Canada and the significance of residence for access to health programs and services.
• Understanding of culturally safe health care engagements and environments for Indigenous peoples.
• A minimum of two years of experience working within and with Indigenous communities, demonstrated through experience working with Indigenous health organizations, delivering inclusive health services, or providing nursing care in Medical/Surgical/Gerontological areas.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to use the nursing process and teaching skills.
• Effective teamwork and communication skills.
• Adaptability to evolving programs.
• Independence and initiative in planning and organizing work.

Link To Full Job Description: https://jd.viha.ca/JD1962.pdf

Additional Information:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care