Indigenous Liaison Nurse (RN/RPN)

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Duncan; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established health authority seeks a dedicated Registered Nurse to provide exceptional care to Indigenous clients. This role emphasizes patient and staff safety, requiring the incumbent to plan and implement nursing care across various settings. The ideal candidate will demonstrate cultural sensitivity and a strong understanding of Indigenous health needs. Join a dynamic team focused on improving health outcomes for Indigenous populations, while ensuring quality care and support. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and have the necessary qualifications, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse/RPN with a valid BC driver's license required.
• Minimum two years experience working with Indigenous communities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate nursing care for Indigenous clients.
• Ensure client self-care and independence while working in a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Nursing Process

Teaching Skills

Community Resources Knowledge

Effective Communication

Empathy and Integrity

Culturally Sensitive Services

Multi-disciplinary Teamwork

Workload Prioritization

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Valid BC Driver's License

Experience with Indigenous Communities

Job description

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites may be required

Shift Start Time/End Time

0900 - 1700

Days Off

Vacancy Type

Regular FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$41.42 - $59.52

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75

Planned Start Date

Apr. 17 2025

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Required for Professional Registration

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 at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Under the direction of the Manager, Indigenous Health, plans, organizes, implements and evaluates nursing care for Indigenous clients with chronic, acute, palliative, rehabilitative and/or mental health and addictions health care needs in community and hospital settings. Nursing care includes assessments, 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.

Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.

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 Identify 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;
• Experience with Indigenous course work and education.
• A minimum of two years of experience working within and with Indigenous communities.
• An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to use the nursing process, teaching skills and knowledge of community resources.
• Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to use sound professional judgment, empathy, tact and integrity.
• Ability to prioritize workload, keep accurate records and write reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing and establish work relationships with staff, public and groups.
• Ability to adapt and accept change as the program evolves.
• Ability to deliver culturally sensitive services to Indigenous populations.
• Ability to utilize independence and initiative to plan and organize work and establish priorities.

Preference may be given to those who self-identify as Indigenous.

Additional Clauses

BCNU: PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION WILL BE POSTED FOR 72 HOURS. NOTE CLOSING DATE. Recent negotiations with the Nurses Bargaining Association (NBA) have resulted in changes to the hiring language in the Collective Agreement ( Article 18.01- First Consideration). The internal application process for nurse postings has been changed to ensure that you are aware of the need to provide the following relevant information with your application (within your Cover Letter and/or Resume).

1. Qualifications (Education & Experience): Please list how you meet the qualification requirements as noted in the job posting.
2. Qualifications (Skills & Abilities): Please explain how you meet each of the critical unit specific skills and abilities to work successfully in this position on this unit. Refer to the Job Posting for Skills & Abilities.

The change to application process will help managers determine if internal applicants meet education and experience qualifications, and have the necessary unit skills and abilities contained in the job description.