Home Care Nurse Assessor
Apply NowCompany: Squamish Nation
Location: North Vancouver, BC V7G 1A1
Description:
All employees working within the Yustway Health and Wellness Department are required to provide a Vaccination Record as a condition of employment
CASUAL POSITION IN NORTHSHORE &SQUAMISH VALLEY
CLOSES: Open Until Filled
Who We Are
Squamish Nation consists of 23 villages and is comprised of descendants of the Coast Salish Aboriginal people who live in the present-day Greater Vancouver area, Gibson's Landing, and Squamish River watershed. The Squamish Nation has occupied and governed the territory since beyond recorded history. The Squamish Nation's culture is rich and resilient. We continue to practice our customs and traditions, which are strongly interconnected with our traditional territory. Together with our lands, our customs and traditions are the foundations of who we are as Skwxw7mesh.
As an organization, we provide support to the greater Squamish Nation Community through service. With 13 departments with individual areas of expertise, we ensure Community Members have access to necessary programs and services.
About The Opportunity
Working as an integral part of the Yustway Health and Wellness Department. Working in accordance with the Vision, Mission and Values, and strategic directions of Squamish Nation and Yustway's 10 Year Community Health Plan, the Home Care Nurse Assessor promotes a culturally safe, supportive and empowering environment for Nation Members, clients and families, colleagues and partners. The Home Care Nurse Assessor preferably has experience working with First Nations communities and brings a solid understanding and application of Indigenous Cultural Safety to their practice. Reporting directly to the Manager, Home and Community Care, the Nurse Assessor is a registered nurse providing assessment, supervisory and clinical nursing skills to effectively assess and coordinate client care for the Squamish Nation Community. The incumbent provides direction and guidance to the Health Care Assistants (HCAs) and Homemakers. This position is responsible for accurate records of client assessments and manages assessment files. The incumbent is accountable for developing and maintaining relationships with external service providers for advocacy and referrals. The incumbent reviews and evaluates the satisfaction of clients regarding their home care services. As an Indigenous service provider, the incumbent supports and promotes a holistic approach to home care.
What You Bring
Salary: $ 48.31 - $ 54.89 per hour, plus a comprehensive benefits program
Why Work With Us
As a dynamic community organization, we understand the importance of employing enthusiastic and talented people to work together. We know that our future strength and growth is very much dependent on our key resources - our people. With a variety of programs and services, we offer career paths that fit many areas of expertise, backgrounds, and interests. Along with competitive compensation and benefits, we offer excellent training and development opportunities within an environment that values diversity through the respect and appreciation of each person for their individual attributes.
*Please note selected candidates will be required to complete background checks. If you have concerns regarding any incidents that will be reported on your Criminal Record Check, please let us know in advance to ensure we can work together on a plan that works for the nation and you as the applicant*
CASUAL POSITION IN NORTHSHORE &SQUAMISH VALLEY
CLOSES: Open Until Filled
- Great opportunity to join the Squamish Nations community
- Take your career to new heights with a dynamic and progressive First Nations government
Who We Are
Squamish Nation consists of 23 villages and is comprised of descendants of the Coast Salish Aboriginal people who live in the present-day Greater Vancouver area, Gibson's Landing, and Squamish River watershed. The Squamish Nation has occupied and governed the territory since beyond recorded history. The Squamish Nation's culture is rich and resilient. We continue to practice our customs and traditions, which are strongly interconnected with our traditional territory. Together with our lands, our customs and traditions are the foundations of who we are as Skwxw7mesh.
As an organization, we provide support to the greater Squamish Nation Community through service. With 13 departments with individual areas of expertise, we ensure Community Members have access to necessary programs and services.
About The Opportunity
Working as an integral part of the Yustway Health and Wellness Department. Working in accordance with the Vision, Mission and Values, and strategic directions of Squamish Nation and Yustway's 10 Year Community Health Plan, the Home Care Nurse Assessor promotes a culturally safe, supportive and empowering environment for Nation Members, clients and families, colleagues and partners. The Home Care Nurse Assessor preferably has experience working with First Nations communities and brings a solid understanding and application of Indigenous Cultural Safety to their practice. Reporting directly to the Manager, Home and Community Care, the Nurse Assessor is a registered nurse providing assessment, supervisory and clinical nursing skills to effectively assess and coordinate client care for the Squamish Nation Community. The incumbent provides direction and guidance to the Health Care Assistants (HCAs) and Homemakers. This position is responsible for accurate records of client assessments and manages assessment files. The incumbent is accountable for developing and maintaining relationships with external service providers for advocacy and referrals. The incumbent reviews and evaluates the satisfaction of clients regarding their home care services. As an Indigenous service provider, the incumbent supports and promotes a holistic approach to home care.
What You Bring
- Combination of relevant experience, education, and training.
- Understanding of, and competency in, Indigenous Cultural Safety and humility, or willingness to learn.
- Professional, adaptable and collaborative communication style with strong interpersonal skills.
- Must have proven to have worked effectively with a variety of people and circumstances.
- High level of emotional intelligence, patience and integrity.
- Maintains composure in high-pressure situations.
- Able to disseminate complex information to clients and colleagues in a meaningful way.
- Resourceful and organized with excellent time management abilities.
- Able to deliver negative information tactfully and diplomatically when needed. Acts ethically and handles sensitive information with confidentiality.
- Team-oriented with a positive, energetic and approachable attitude.
Salary: $ 48.31 - $ 54.89 per hour, plus a comprehensive benefits program
Why Work With Us
As a dynamic community organization, we understand the importance of employing enthusiastic and talented people to work together. We know that our future strength and growth is very much dependent on our key resources - our people. With a variety of programs and services, we offer career paths that fit many areas of expertise, backgrounds, and interests. Along with competitive compensation and benefits, we offer excellent training and development opportunities within an environment that values diversity through the respect and appreciation of each person for their individual attributes.
*Please note selected candidates will be required to complete background checks. If you have concerns regarding any incidents that will be reported on your Criminal Record Check, please let us know in advance to ensure we can work together on a plan that works for the nation and you as the applicant*