The Lac La Ronge Indian Band's Woodland Wellness Centre is inviting applications for the following positions based out of the Treatment Department in La Ronge, SK:
Treatment Nurse (LPN, RN, RPN, Psychiatric Nurse)
- 1 - Part-Time
- 1 - Casual
The suitable candidate will be able to perform the following duties:
- Providing specialized nursing care for Woodland Wellness Centre participants;
- Evaluating participant progress and update care plan based on nursing assessment;
- Performing nursing treatment and procedures as ordered by the physician which would include, but not limited to: Sterile dressings, injections, medication administration, monitoring blood pressures and monitoring blood glucose level.
- Transcribing medications to the medication administration record (MAR) and update weekly.
- Develop comprehensive care plans, monitor and adjust participants care on an ongoing basis.
- Maintaining participant confidentiality as per the Lac La Ronge Indian Band policy;
- Documenting appropriate information on participant's health record.
- Acting as a participant advocate and liaison between community programs and LLRIB.
- Consulting Woodland Wellness Centre Team members and other health professionals and service providers as needed;
- Providing information and resources to participants that will benefit and promote their safety and wellbeing upon returning home.
- Adhering to policies, standards, procedures and nursing practices as outlined in Saskatchewan First Nations Guidelines for Home Care Nursing Policy and Procedure;
- Interpreting existing programs and services to the participants.
- Promoting education on health and healing by providing power point presentations on addictions and recovery.
- Assisting in preparation, development, and review of policy and procedures, and presenting to others when required.
- Other work-related duties as assigned by Immediate Supervisor.
The suitable candidate will possess the following qualifications:
- Registered with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Saskatchewan (CLPNS) or CRNS or RPNAS
- In good standing with the CLPNS, or CRNS or RPNAS.
- Minimum two years of experience is required.
- Ability to work effectively as a team member;
- Ability to work independently with little or no supervision;
- Ability to speak/understand Cree would be an asset;
- Must have a Valid Class 5 Driver's License and own a reliable vehicle;
- Must provide a satisfactory and recent; Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, and SGI Driver's Abstract.