Indigenous Liaison Nurse

7 months ago

Tofino, Canada Island Health Full time

QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And Experience

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN/RPN registrant.
Valid BC Driver's License.
Demonstrate basic knowledge of Community Health & Long Term Care Services within respective geography available for Indigenous clients;
Knowledge of the significance of culture in relation to individual, family and community health services;
Demonstrate a basic knowledge of health and wellness services available on Vancouver Island for Indigenous patients (First Nation, Métis, Inuit);
Demonstrates an understanding of Canadian colonization, Indigenous specific racism and its impact on the current health and wellness of Indigenous peoples;
Knowledge of Indigenous Identify groups in Canada and the significance of place of residence for Indigenous individuals in relation to access to health programs and services;
Knowledge of the significance to provision of culturally safe health care engagements and environments for Indigenous peoples;
Experience with Indigenous course work and education.
A minimum of two years of experience working within and with Indigenous communities.
An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.

Skills And Abilities

Ability to use the nursing process, teaching skills and knowledge of community resources.
Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
Ability to use sound professional judgment, empathy, tact and integrity.
Ability to prioritize workload, keep accurate records and write reports.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing and establish work relationships with staff, public and groups.
Ability to adapt and accept change as the program evolves.
Ability to deliver culturally sensitive services to Indigenous populations.
Ability to utilize independence and initiative to plan and organize work and establish priorities.

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