What if you had a chance to make a profound impact on the lives of adults with complex needs in a Northern environment while growing your experience as an nurse? If this sounds compelling, we have a great opportunity for you.

About Shift

Shift is a specialized care agency, founded in 2011. Our team manages complex care facilities for adults and youth in some of Canada’s most remote locations. With a focus on helping people discover their greatness, we blend cultural and on-the-land opportunities with experiential learning and trauma-informed care.

About this Position

Based in Inuvik, the Nurse is responsible for the overall health care of the clients and will act as lead of Client Care. This position reports to the Program Manager. While not a comprehensive list, your areas of focus will include:

Report on day-to-day client health matters as appropriate for the provision of quality care
Develop, implement, and monitor nursing care plans (including delivery of the Annual Service Plan and Nursing Care Plans)
Supervise the administration of medical treatment of residents
Ensure documentation and reports on residents are accurate and up to date
Implement mechanism for monitoring of prescription and non-prescription drugs for their use and contraindications
Ensure pharmacy-controlled medication profiles are in place for each resident
Ensure appropriate health and wellness practices are followed by residents and staff
Maintains nursing supply inventory by checking stock and anticipating need

Your Skills & Abilities

Exceptional interpersonal, team and conflict resolution skills with an ability to collaborate effectively with internal/external stakeholders, residents, and their families
Demonstrated knowledge of medical practices including administration of medications
Demonstrated knowledge of nursing care plans
Other areas of demonstrated knowledge include positive behaviour management; substance abuse and mental health management; managing symptoms of FASD; ability to communicate with people who are non-verbal; ability to teach and support continuance of life skills training methods; and awareness of community resources
Above average empathic listening and communication skills (verbal and non-verbal)
The ability to ensure client confidentiality and maintain a non-judgmental approach
Knowledge of Inuvailuit and Gwich’in culture is an asset
An understanding of the intergenerational and gendered impacts of residential schooling
Ability to participate as a member of a multidisciplinary, integrated team environment
Ability to function effectively and maintain clear boundaries in a residential treatment environment serving clients with complex needs

Your Qualifications

Completion of a Nursing Degree/ Certificate
Two (2) years’ related experience in health services considered an asset
Licensed as a Registered Nurse by a provincial or territorial authority
Successful candidates are responsible for providing a clear criminal record check, vulnerable sector screening, up to date immunization record including proof of full Covid-19 vaccination, as well as clear tuberculosis skin test.

Compensation

$58/hour + Seven Dollar Northern Allowance

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $65.00 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

Inuvik, NT: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

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