Indigenous Health Liaison Nurse - (208977)

Island Health; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health care is seeking an Indigenous Health Liaison Nurse to provide comprehensive nursing care to Indigenous clients. This role involves planning, organizing, and implementing nursing services in both community and hospital settings, ensuring culturally safe practices. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Indigenous health, with at least two years of experience working collaboratively within Indigenous communities. Join a dedicated team committed to improving health outcomes and supporting the well-being of Indigenous peoples through respectful and culturally informed care.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with experience in Indigenous health care.
• Minimum two years working with Indigenous communities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and implement nursing care for Indigenous clients.
• Participate in health teaching, assessments, and case management.

Skills

Nursing Process

Effective Communication

Multi-disciplinary Teamwork

Adaptability

Independence and Initiative

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Valid BC Driver's License

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 responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

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 to clients, support, consultation, liaison, and referral while functioning as a member of a multidisciplinary team. The incumbent ensures that client self-care and independence is 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. Demonstrate basic knowledge of Community Health & Long-Term Care Services within respective geography available for Indigenous clients. Knowledge of the significance of culture in relation to individual, family, and community health services. Demonstrate a basic knowledge of health and wellness services available on Vancouver Island for Indigenous patients (First Nation, Métis, Inuit). Demonstrates an understanding of Canadian colonization, Indigenous specific racism and its impact on the current health and wellness of Indigenous peoples. Knowledge of Indigenous Identity Groups in Canada and the significance of place of residence for Indigenous individuals in relation to access to health programs and services. Knowledge of the significance to provision of culturally safe health care engagements and environments for Indigenous peoples. A minimum of two years of experience working within and with Indigenous communities, which can be demonstrated by meeting two or more of the following:

1. Experience working collaboratively with and/or within Indigenous health and wellness organizations, through the provision of nursing services to Indigenous individuals and families;
2. Experience with the delivery of a health service/program/project which is inclusive of Indigenous teachings, knowledge or cultural practice;
3. RN providing Nursing care in the following areas: Medical/Surgical/Gerontological.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to use the nursing process and teaching skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to adapt and accept change as the program evolves.
• Ability to utilize independence and initiative to plan and organize work and establish priorities.