Under the administrative supervision of the Health Manager, the Community Health Nurse (CHN) provides a community health program to the Tl’azt’en community. The CHN will provide support and direction to the other program staff on health-related issues.

Reports to: Health Manager and/or nurse

lead Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge and understanding of First Nations communities, health, and social issues
• Knowledge and understanding of the population health approach and the social detriments of health
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a variety of people and circumstances
• Ability to teach and facilitate learning
• Ability to work on a team with other nurses and health staff
• Self-directed with demonstrated organizational skills
• Willingness to take training in Trauma-Informed Care and Indigenous Cultural Safety Training, as well as on-going education as needed
• Awareness of professional Scope of Practice and ability to work within it and inform others of abilities and limitations when needed
• Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality and professionalism
• Humility, gentleness, and patience are desirable assets

Job Results and Responsibilities:

• Work as an integral part of the Health Centre team
• Data steward/Owner as per EMR Policy
• Assist in Developing, and implementing Panorama data system for the Community Health Program
• Develop, and implement and evaluate Community Health Programs to better meet the needs of the community
• Counselling parents in pre and post natal periods as needed, including postpartum home visits
• Provide basic life support for life or limb emergencies until emergency services can attend during operational hours only
• Other activities related to the health of the community members as requested by the Health Manager

Position Requirements:

• Degree in Nursing from an approved Canadian College/University or equivalent
• Knowledge/Experience in Community Health nursing an asset
• Registered in good standing with the British Columbia College or Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM)
• Hold a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License and own vehicle
• Willing to learn about the language and culture of the Carrier people
• Completed criminal record check including vulnerable sector screening
• Current certification in Basic Life Support for Health Care Professionals Performance Evaluation: Annual review

Please submit your cover letter and three (3) reference to Health Manager @ health.director@tlazten.bc.ca

Position open until filled