Registered Nurse – CCDC – CCDC 02/25

Northwest Employment Works; Sioux Lookout; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Sioux Lookout is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide enhanced support for diabetes education and care. This role requires collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and involves responsibilities such as medication management, lifestyle modification, and foot care. The ideal candidate should be registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario, possess a CDE designation, and have strong communication and clinical skills. The position offers a competitive salary and requires a commitment to patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with qualifications in diabetes education and management.
• Minimum one-year experience in a related role preferred.
• Must be willing to work the present shift rotation.

Responsibilities

• Provide diabetes education including medication management and lifestyle modification.
• Provide advanced foot care and wound management.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong clinical assessment skills

Problem solving skills

Team player

Education

Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Advanced Diabetic foot care certification

Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) designation

Job description

Job Summary:

Under the general direction of the Manager of MHAP, RAAM, ACT, SLDP, CCDC and Telemedicine, the Registered Nurse provides enhanced support to patients registered to the Centre for Complex Diabetes Care (CCDC). The CCDC RN plans, develops, implements and evaluates diabetes education services, diabetes monitoring, foot and wound care. The CCDC RN will work collaboratively with all members of the interdisciplinary health care team at Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre (SLMHC) and partner agencies to support and enhance the services of the CCDC, and ensure the provision of safe, wholistic, patient centered care to our clients.

Qualifications:

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.


• Current Basic CPR certificate (BCLS) required.


• Minimum one-year experience in diabetes education/management role preferred.


• Advanced Diabetic foot care certification required or willing to obtain.


• Advanced wound care training preferred.


• Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) designation required, or eligibility to obtain (minimum 800 hours providing diabetes education).


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, non-judgmental manner, team player.


• Strong clinical assessment skills.


• Problem solving skills.


• Must be physically capable of performing duties of position.

Job Duties:

• Provide diabetes education to patients registered to the CCDC and inpatient unit, including medication management, lifestyle modification, and establishing self-management goals.


• Provide advanced foot care and wound management as required.


• Act as an expert resource for other staff, physicians, and outside agencies.


• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams.


• Other nursing duties as assigned, including assistance to and relief for all areas as required.


• Must be willing to work the present shift rotation (Monday to Friday, 0800-1600).


• Regular and sustained attendance is essential for this position.

Salary:

$40.24 – $57.68; in accordance with ONA Collective Agreement

Closing Date:

When Filled

Competition No:

CCDC 02/25 – Please quote on your application.

Visit our website at www.slmhc.on.ca for more information.

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We thank all others for their interest. An acceptable criminal reference check and immunization records will be required from the successful candidate. SLMHC celebrates, supports and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion by offering equal opportunities to all qualified individuals. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process. SLMHC is an equal opportunity employer and a scent-free facility.