Community Health Nurse

Dilico Anishinabek Family Care • Thunder Bay, ON

3d • CA$37 - CA$49 • Onsite

About The Position

With the functional support, guidance, and supervision provided by the Community Health Service Manager, the Community Health Nurse carries out a Community Health service as outlined by the Community Health Program Policies and Procedures.

Requirements

• A four-year BScN degree is required; or minimum three-year nursing diploma will be accepted.
• Must take Immunization Certification Online Course upon hiring and attend mandatory training sessions. Upon completion CHN will be required to write the immunization exam and will be subject to a series of practical exams for immunization.
• Two (2) years’ experience in advanced nursing assessment skills with special emphasis on immunization, communicable disease, prenatal and community health care.
• Two (2) years’ experience working in a First Nation community or equivalent organization.
• Satisfactory Criminal Records and Vulnerable Sector Search.
• Travel is essential to the First Nation communities serviced by Dilico Health Services.
• Ability to work flexible hours as determined by the Unit Manager or designate in relation to service delivery requirements.
• Must have a valid CPR and Standard First Aid certificate.
• If the candidate is a regulated health care provider, must provide evidence of registration with the appropriate regulatory bodies (CNO & RNAO).
• Possess a valid Driver’s License and access to a reliable personal vehicle.

Benefits

• OMERS Pension plan available to all employees
• Competitive salaries
• Generous paid vacation time for Permanent employees
• Paid time off at Christmas above paid vacation time
• EFAP available to all employees and their families
• Benefit plan that includes dental, healthcare, and vision services for Permanent employees
• A chance to make a difference in the community

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree