CONTEXT

The Wabano Centre for Aboriginal Health is an award-winning Health Access Centre that provides holistic health services to First Nation, Inuit, and Métis people living in Ottawa. We are a fast-paced, client-oriented organization that models the Indigenous values of balance, respect, and community interdependence. We are proud to be accredited through the Canadian Centre for Accreditation, a third-party review based on accepted organizational practices that promote ongoing quality improvement and responsive, effective community services.
Our clinic team provides a holistic model of care for Indigenous peoples. We are seeking a positive and experienced registered nurse to support day-to-day guidance for our diabetes education team and culturally relevant health promotion activities for Indigenous community members.
You are the right person for this job if you are passionate about leadership and enjoy supporting others to achieve outcomes. Your passion for uplifting Indigenous people motivates you to do more each day. You love to lead team goals through clear communication and want to move to the next step in your career. In addition, your strong sense of self, culture, and community connects you to the seven generations coming behind you.

QUALIFICATIONS

We are looking for someone who has:

• A bachelor’s degree in nursing or health sciences;
• Registered Nurse designation in good standing with the CNO;
• Certification from the Canadian Diabetes Educator Certification Board; Or a commitment to obtain one;
• Experience with programming, effective communication with community members;
• Knowledge of Indigenous peoples’ history and challenges Indigenous people face in contemporary society;
• Demonstrated superior problem-solving ability with sound judgment;
• Strong oral and written communication skills, and ability to persuasively communicate complex health messages;
• Knowledge of available resources in the city and province. Or the ability to research, gain knowledge, and build a partnership with resources inside and outside of Ottawa.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy;
• Ability to work a flexible work week that may include non-traditional hours, evenings, and weekends.

Reporting to the Director of Health, the RN’s responsibilities include: