First Nation/Aboriginal System Navigator (RPN) - Mamaweswen, The North Shore Tribal Council

Overview

Mamaweswen, The North Shore Tribal Council invites applications for the position of a Registered Practical Nurse to work with three of our First Nation Communities: Batchewana First Nation, Garden River First Nation, Thessalon First Nation and the urban Aboriginal population residing in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, The North Shore Tribal Council offers a premium employee benefits and pension plan, competitive salary, excellent professional development opportunities, up to 10 days paid professional development leave and a professional fees allowance.

Responsibilities

The North Shore Tribal Council Health Department is a not-for-profit organization. As one of ten Aboriginal Health Access Centres in Ontario, N'Mninoeyaa Aboriginal Health Access Centre provides a combination of traditional healing, primary care, Health Promotion programs, Mental Health and Community Support Services to its member First Nation communities situated along the North Shore of Lake Huron between Sault Ste. Marie and Sudbury. We are seeking a highly motivated, results-oriented individual to join our multi-disciplinary team of regulated health professionals to provide a full range of hospital discharge services and patient advocacy for seniors to ensure continued care when they return home. Travel to communities and hospital(s) will be required, travel costs are covered.

Experience and Qualifications

- Post Secondary Registered Practical Nurse College diploma form a recognized college program. - Current registration in good standing with the College of Nursed of Ontario as a Registered Practical Nurse required. - Demonstrated experience in hospital setting is essential. - Ability to work independently with limited direction and supervision and cooperatively in a busy multi-disciplinary environment. - Excellent interpersonal, time management, communication and decision-making skills. - Proficient computer skills, EMR and Meditech experience an asset. - Demonstrated sensitivity to and knowledge of the Aboriginal cultural values and traditions. Knowledge and ability to work with people with diverse practices, cultures and beliefs. - Must have access to a reliable personal vehicle and a valid driver's license. NOTE: Given the traditional practices of Aboriginal people, from time to time exposure to smoke from the burning of sacred medicines; tobacco, sweet grass, sage or cedar may occur.