Position Overview:
Under the direction of the Home and Community Care Manager, the Home and Community Care Nurse carries out a community based home care service as outlined by the Home and Community Care Program Policies and Procedures for Fort William, Ginoogaming, Long Lake #58, Michipicoten, Pays Plat, Pic Mobert, Red Rock, Biinjitiwaabik Zaaging, and Whitesand First Nations Communities. The Home and Community Care Nurse Care is responsible for assisting clients and their support systems in maintaining the highest possible level of independence and functioning in the least restrictive environment within a rural community setting. The Home and Community Care Nurse conducts comprehensive clinical assessments, assists in the development of service plans, works with professional and paraprofessional services, monitors services provided, reassesses clients routinely and plans for discharge. The Home and Community Care Nurse are responsible for implementing the above responsibilities in a cost-effective and integrated manner. The Home and Community Care Nurse may assist in the support and/or orientation of professional contracted staff and Community and Personal Support Services staff to ensure the effective coordination and delivery of client focused services within a continuous quality improvement environment. Home and Community Care Nurses promote the mission and philosophy of Dilico Home and Community Care Services and assist with program planning and development, resource utilization management, continuing education, quality assurance, and risk management throughout the catchment area, to ensure that the daily operations and coordination of service delivery staff meet the goals and objectives of the Agency.
Qualifications and Requirements:
A four-year BScN degree
Knowledge and understanding of First Nation health concerns and issue
The ability to apply knowledge and skill in the development and implementation of programs to address identified needs
The ability to establish and sustain a multidisciplinary team approach to integrated service delivery
The ability to apply ethics of Nursing practice in decision making
The willingness to adapt to the changing demands of the position
The ability to demonstrate initiative, optimism, discretion, tact, self-assurance, dependability, and leadership; excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, including proficiency in computer applications, especially Microsoft Office
Problem-solving and leadership skills
The ability to maintain confidentiality and be an example of professionalism, as identified by Dilico
Satisfactory Criminal Records and Vulnerable Sector Search
Travel is essential to the First Nation communities serviced by Dilico Health Services
The 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
As a regulated health care provider, must provide evidence of registration with the appropriate regulatory bodies (CNO & RNAO)
Must possess a valid G Driver’s License and access to a reliable personal vehicle
Hours of Work: 32.5 per week
