REGISTERED NURSE (S) – CASUAL TERM

Northwest Employment Works; Sioux Lookout; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

NORTHERN NISHNAWBE EDUCATION COUNCIL in Sioux Lookout, Ontario seeks Casual Registered Nurses to support Pelican Falls First Nations High School students. Roles run Monday–Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. during the school calendar with hourly pay for up to 35 hours per week.

Responsibilities include providing health services, assessing needs, administering medications, maintaining records, and collaborating with on-site and daytime nursing staff to ensure student safety.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse or Bachelor of Science in Nursing is mandatory.
• Must be in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Certified in CPR and First Aid.
• Ability to assess and provide health care needs to students.
• Knowledge and understanding of Native culture, traditions and lifestyles.
• Excellent leadership, motivation, and problem-solving skills.
• Fluency in Oji-Cree, Cree or Ojibway is an asset.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently.
• Able to work effectively and collaboratively with others.
• Strong communication skills.
• Valid Class “G” Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical health services to students at Pelican Falls First Nations High School.
• Assess medical needs of students; determine treatment plans and provide follow-up support.
• Refer complex needs to physician or other health professionals.
• Administer medications, provide first aid, assist in emergencies.
• Maintain and update on-site clinical and confidential student medical records.
• Collaborate and maintain communication with daytime nursing support.
• Maintain a safe, clean, welcoming and positive environment.
• Prepare evaluations and summaries of students including recommendations.
• Develop or assist in developing treatment plans for students.
• Work with staff to support students at risk or in crisis.
• Ensure daily or weekly check-ins with students as required.
• Participate in team meetings as available.
• Liaise with other organizations, partners and/or professionals.
• Respond to parent, teacher and student inquiries.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Nursing assessment

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

RN license (Ontario)

Job description

NORTHERN NISHNAWBE EDUCATION COUNCIL

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

REGISTERED NURSE(S) – Casual Term

Pelican Falls First Nations High School

Sioux Lookout, Ontario

Pelican Falls First Nations High School (PFFNHS) in Sioux Lookout requires Casual Registered Nurses to provide health care services and support to students attending PFFNHS. These positions will work on a “Casual” basis between Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. through the school calendar. Salary will be paid hourly for time worked to a maximum of 35 hours per week.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide medical health services to students at the Pelican Falls First Nations High School
• Assess medical needs of students, determine treatment plans, provide follow up support
• Refer complex needs to physician or other health professional(s)
• Administer medications, provide first aid, assist in emergency situations etc.
• Maintain/update on-site clinic and confidential student medical records
• Work in collaboration and maintain communication with other daytime nursing support
• Maintain a safe, clean, welcoming and positive environment at all times
• Prepare evaluations and summaries of students including recommendations
• Develop or assist in developing treatment plans for students
• Work closely with PFFNHS, PFC and On-Call staff to support students who are “at risk” or “in crisis”
• Ensure that daily or weekly check-ins with students are completed as required
• Participate in team meetings as available
• Liaise with other organizations, partners and/or professionals
• Respond to parent, teacher and or student inquiries
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Registered Nurse or Bachelor of Science in Nursing is mandatory
• Must be in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Certified in CPR and First Aid
• Ability to assess and provide health care needs to students
• Knowledge and understanding of Native culture, traditions and lifestyles
• Excellent leadership, motivation, and problem-solving skills
• Fluency in Oji-Cree, Cree or Ojibway is an asset
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently
• Able to work effectively and collaboratively with others
• Strong communication skills
• Valid Class “G” Driver’s License

SALARY:

$40.25 to $49.50 per hour, dependant on experience

NNEC thanks all applicants in advance however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. NNEC requires a Criminal Record Check and/or a Vulnerable Sector Check for all positions. This advertisement is to fill newly created positions and will remain open.