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The Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council (NTC) is seeking a Registered Nurse in the dual role of Community Health/Home Care Nurse. This unique position will provide nursing services to Indigenous individuals and families living in a variety of community-based settings in all NTC Regions. Our Nursing services follow the Nuu-chah-nulth Nursing framework that ensures culturally safe, relational, reflective and trauma informed Nursing Practice.

This casual/on-call position is based out of Tofino and will require travel to other Regions within Nuu-chah-nulth territories along the coast of Vancouver Island. Travel is by vehicle on gravel road, by boat, float plane and helicopter).

• Provides health promotion, disease prevention, education, assessment, and consultation to individuals, groups, and communities.
• Conduct immunization clinics, prenatal and post-natal drop-in, breast-feeding support, postpartum depression screening, sexual wellness education, group and one on one sessions.
• Provide comprehensive home care with an emphasis on healthy living, illness prevention, health education, chronic disease management, and clinical intervention.
• Establish and maintain community partnerships to help address health issues, reduce the incidence of disease, and to enhance the health of individuals, families, groups, and general populations.
• Demonstrate understanding of health promotion, epidemiology, disease/injury, population health, community development, and determinants of health.

• Current RN license with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Experience working with First Nations will be considered an asset.
• Familiarity with Panorama, Mustimuhw cEMR, or other related electronic medical record charting system will be considered an asset.
• Successful completion of the BCCDC online immunization course and exam and experience immunizing.
• Certificate, course(s) and/or relevant work experience supporting chest feeding parents.
• Must have a valid BC Driver’s licence, access to a reliable vehicle, and able to travel within the region.
• Provide acceptable work references and RCMP criminal record check.

• Competitive wage based on qualifications and experience, hourly wage range: $46.15 - $54.67.
• A supportive and culturally rich work environment with opportunities for growth.