Indigenous Liaison Nurse (RN/RPN) - (218291)

Island Health; Victoria; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A health authority on Vancouver Island seeks a dedicated nursing professional to provide care for Indigenous clients facing diverse health challenges. Responsibilities include planning and implementing nursing care while ensuring client independence. Candidates must be registered with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives and demonstrate knowledge of community health services for Indigenous populations. Experience in Indigenous settings and a valid BC Driver's License are essential. This role supports culturally sensitive health care delivery.

Qualifications

• Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN/RPN registrant.
• Valid BC Driver's License.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Community Health & Long Term Care Services for Indigenous clients.
• Understanding of Indigenous-specific racism and its impact on health.
• Minimum of two years of experience working with Indigenous communities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement nursing care for Indigenous clients in various health settings.
• Ensure client self-care and independence.
• Participate in the administration of applicable Acts and regulations.

Skills

Community Health Knowledge

Multi-disciplinary Teamwork

Professional Judgment

Effective Communication

Cultural Sensitivity

Organizational Skills

Education

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives

Two years of experience in 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 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.