Home and Community Care Nurse

Company: Oneida Nation of the Thames

Position: Home and Community Care Nurse     

Term: Permanent Full-Time

Department: Home and Community Care          

Division: Health                                  

Salary: Competitive salary range

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30a.m. to 4:30p.m., must be flexible to align work schedule with program requirements which will include some evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays, must fulfill on-call services as required

Posting Date: March 5, 2025

Closing Date: March 19, 2025, at 4:30p.m.

JOB SUMMARY:  

The Home and Community Care Nurse is responsible for providing comprehensive care and case management to clients within the Home and Community Care Program. This role involves delivering health education, promoting wellness, and offering support to both clients and their families in line with nursing standards of practice. The nurse works within their professional scope to ensure the health and wellbeing of clients, collaborating closely with other healthcare providers, both within the Oneida Health Centre and external organizations.

In addition to primary care, the nurse actively participates in the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of care services tailored to the needs of individuals and families. The position requires a commitment to the philosophy, goals, and objectives of the Home and Community Care Program. The nurse will adhere to all relevant organizational policies, procedures, and legislation as an employee of the Oneida Nation of the Thames.

EDUCATION:

1. A Diploma in Registered Practical Nursing (RPN).
2. Current member, in good standing, with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
3. Must have valid First Aid/CPR certificate.

EXPERIENCE:

1. A minimum of two (2) years employment experience in nursing, including in a primary care or community setting.
2. Experience working in First Nation communities is considered an asset.

MANDATORY DOCUMENTATION WITH APPLICATION:

1. A cover letter must be included with your application addressing the qualifications outlined above.
2. Resume. 

REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO STARTING EMPLOYMENT:

1. The successful candidate must submit a recent Vulnerable Sector Check (completed within a 30-day timeframe), at their own expense.
2. The successful candidate must submit a copy of applicable educational qualifications (certificates, diplomas, degrees, etc.).

Submit all mandatory documentation to hr.recruitment@oneida.on.ca.

• Late applications will not be accepted.
• All applications will be screened according to the above qualifications, including a full and complete application as requested.
• Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
• A registered member of a First Nation as per Section 16(1) of the Human Rights Act, is preferred.
• Oneida Nation is committed to workplace diversity and provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process. If you require accommodations, please contact Human Resources.

To request a full job profile, contact the Human Resources Department at 519-652-3244 ext. 827 or by email hr.recruitment@oneida.on.ca.