Nurse - Evenings & Weekends

NORTHERN NISHNAWBE EDUCATION COUNCIL
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Evening & Weekend Nurse
Pelican Falls Wellness Centre, Sioux Lookout, Ontario
Pelican Falls Wellness Centre (PFWC) and Pelican Falls First
Nations High School (PFFNHS) in Sioux Lookout requires one
full-time Registered Nurse to provide health care services and
support to students attending PFFNHS. This position will have a
modified work schedule through the school calendar, salary will
be prorated over the full year (26 pay periods).
Responsibilities:
1. Provide medical health services to students at the Pelican
Falls Site
2. Assess medical needs of students, determine treatment
plans, provide follow up support
3. Refer complex needs to physician or other health professional(s)
4. Administer medications, provide first aid, assist in
emergency situations etc.
5. Maintain on-site clinic and confidential student medical records
6. Work in collaboration with daytime nursing support at the
Wellness Centre
7. Maintain a safe, clean, welcoming and positive environment
at all times
8. Prepare evaluations and summaries of students including
recommendations
9. Develop or assist in developing treatment plans for students
10. Work closely with PFFNHS, PFC and On-Call staff to support
students who are “at risk” or “in crisis”
11. Provide daily or weekly check-ins with students as required
12. Participate in team meetings as required
13. Liaise with other organizations, partners and/or professionals
14. Respond to parent, teacher and or student inquiries
15. Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
1. Registered Nurse or Bachelor of Science in Nursing is mandatory;
2. Must be in good standing with College of Nurses of Ontario
3. Certified in CPR and First Aid
4. Ability to assess and provide health care needs to students
5. Knowledge and understanding of Native culture, traditions
and lifestyles
6. Excellent leadership, motivation, and problem-solving skills
7. Fluency in Oji-Cree, Cree or Ojibway is an asset
8. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently
9. Able to work effectively and collaboratively with others
10. Strong communication skills
11. Valid Class “G” Driver’s License
Salary: Salary Level to commensurate with education and
experience
NNEC thanks all applicants in advance however only those
selected for an interview will be contacted. NNEC requires a
Criminal Record Check and/or a Vulnerable Sector Check for all
positions. These positions are open until filled.
Please submit your cover letter, resume and three references
(with written permission for NNEC to contact them) to Human
Resources, NNEC Head Office, fax (807) 582-3865 or by email
to humanresources@nnec.on.ca