NURSE PRACTITIONER

NORTHERN NISHNAWBE EDUCATION COUNCIL

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

NNEC is a non-profit educational organization. Under the direction of the Sioux Lookout District Chiefs, NNEC delivers secondary and post-secondary education programs and services for First Nations people.  NNEC operates Pelican Falls First Nations High School, Pelican Falls Centre, Dennis Franklin Cromarty High School, Wahsa Distance Education Centre and has offices in Lac Seul (head office), Sioux Lookout and Thunder Bay.  NNEC welcomes applications for the following position:

NURSE PRACTITIONER

Pelican Falls First Nations High School (PFFNHS)

Sioux Lookout, ON

Pelican Falls First Nations High School (PFFNHS) in Sioux Lookout requires one full-time Nurse Practitioner 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. Assess, diagnose and provide treatment for the medical needs of students at the Pelican Falls Site
2.  Develop and provide follow-up on treatment plans for students
3.       Work in collaboration with other nursing staff; management and identified individuals internally and externally to ensure implementation of treatment plan, including First Nations Partners.

4.  Refer complex needs to physician or other health professional(s)
5.  Administer medications, provide first aid, assist in emergency situations etc.
6.  Maintain/update on-site clinic and confidential student medical records
7.  Ability to assess and provide health care needs to students
8.  Maintain a safe, clean, welcoming and positive environment always
9.  Prepare evaluations and summaries of students including recommendations
10.  Work closely with PFFNHS staff to support students who are “at risk” or “in crisis”
11.   Provide Public Health advice on prevention, designing health campaigns as requested

12.   Respond to all inquiries received from parents/guardians; teachers and/or students in a timely manner.

13.   Use appropriate counselling processes and techniques for individual and group sessions when needed.

14.   Provide students with moral support and encouragement

15.   Prepare evaluations and summaries of student, including recommendations for next school year

16.  Promote well-being and access to programs and services, provide referrals to proper support resources
17  Provide daily or weekly check-ins with students as required
18.  Participate in team meetings as required
19  Liaise with other organizations, partners and/or professionals
20.  Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:

1.       Registered Nurse or Bachelor of Science in Nursing is mandatory; must be registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario in the Extended Class

2.       Must be in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario

3.       Certified in CPR and First Aid

4.       Knowledge and understanding of Native Culture, traditions and lifestyles

5.       Excellent leadership, motivation, and problem solving skills

6.       Fluency in Oji-Cree, Cree or Ojibway is an asset

7.       Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently

8.       Able to work effectively and collaboratively with others

9.       Strong communication skills

10.   Valid Class “G” Driver’s licence

11.   Must be willing to travel and work flexible hours

SALARY:               $81,900 to $100,727

All staff are compensated 13 weeks of vacation either with vacation days, monetary compensation or a combination of both.

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.  This advertisement is for a new position and will remain 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