Team Leader, Primary Care Registered Nurse at Squamish Nation

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jan, 26

Salary

112500.0

Posted On

07 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cultural Humility, Chronic Disease Management, Team Leadership, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Harm Reduction, Wound Care, STI Screening, HIV Testing, HCV Testing, Pregnancy Testing, Urine Drug Testing, Opioid Agonist Therapy, Patient Care, Clinical Leadership, Program Development

Industry

Government Relations Services

Description

PERMANENT FULL-TIME POSITION IN NORTH VANCOUVER (Onsite) CLOSES: Open Until Filled BE PART OF SOMETHING MEANINGFUL! Join Yúustway Health & Wellness as a Primary Care Registered Nurse Team Lead. This role is vital in supporting the health and wellness of Sḵwx̱wú7mesh community members by delivering high-quality, culturally grounded primary care. You will play a key role in patient care, clinical leadership, and program development—bridging traditional, holistic, and Western approaches to health while ensuring safe, accessible, and community-centered services. As the first point of contact for the nursing team, you will provide comprehensive direct patient care, guide and mentor nurses, and collaborate with leaders to improve care delivery. Your work will directly impact the Nation’s long-term goal of empowering individuals and families to live in health, from birth through to end of life. WHAT YOU’LL DO * Deliver full-scope nursing services including assessments, treatment planning, immunizations, phlebotomy, chronic disease management, opioid agonist therapy prescribing, and health promotion. * Provide urgent care within scope, modify treatment plans as needed, and collaborate with physicians, NPs, and holistic care team members to ensure culturally safe care. * Support patients with referrals to internal and external health services, traditional wellness, and community resources. * Act as direct supervisor and mentor to the primary care nursing team. * Support practice development, orientation, clinical decision-making, and professional growth. * Work with the Primary Care Manager and Medical Director to resolve workflow and clinical challenges. * Promote collaboration, teamwork, and conflict resolution across the interdisciplinary team. * Collaborate with leadership to design and improve programs that respond to patient population needs. * Contribute to protocol development, clinical guidelines, and health promotion initiatives. * Identify trends and opportunities to improve patient outcomes and access to services. * Maintain accurate patient records and reports aligned with best practice standards. * Apply approved triage standards and safe critical-thinking practices. * Perform additional duties as required. WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR * Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required. * Registered and in good standing with the BCCNM. * Certified Practice Nurse designation highly desirable. * Willingness to complete ongoing training and upgrades relevant to nursing and community health. * Experience in Indigenous health, rural or remote health, or OAT (Opioid Agonist Therapy) prescribing considered an asset. * Experience with EMRs and community-based wellness programs. * Previous supervisory or team leadership experience preferred. * Strong interpersonal and communication skills with cultural humility. * Demonstrated knowledge of harm reduction, wound care, STI screening, HIV/HCV testing, pregnancy and urine drug testing, and chronic disease management. * Resourceful, adaptable, and able to maintain composure under pressure. * Team-oriented with a supportive, approachable leadership style. * Cultural awareness and deep respect for Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw values, language, and traditions. WHY WORK WITH US * Impactful Work – Be part of a team dedicated to serving the community through Na estétx̱ w sḵwálwen cht (Trust), Na estitkw sḵwálwen cht (Security), Na esḵw’úḵw’ulh sḵwálwen cht (Purpose) and Na eslhílhkw’is sḵwálwen cht (Belonging) * Professional Growth – We invest in our people with training, mentorship, and career development * Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw Values – Be part of an organization that values Úxwumixw (community/peoples), snew̓íyelh (guiding through teachings), wenáxws (respect) and inclusivity. 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 foster an environment that values diversity through the respect and appreciation of each person for their individual attributes. Salary: $75,000 - $112,500 Candidates are typically offered compensation between the beginning to the midpoint of the range. We [https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=231d694d-cd50-4fb7-82a6-dd0773e68b38&ccId=9200976969580_2⟨=en_CA&selectedMenuKey=CareerCenter&jobId=525291]are committed to providing a fair and equitable package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization. Benefits: We offer extended medical and dental, pension matching, supplementary savings, and a professional development budget. Join us in building a future rooted in culture, values, and community strength. Your work matters here. #Workwithpurpose *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*

Responsibilities

The Team Leader will deliver full-scope nursing services and provide comprehensive direct patient care while guiding and mentoring the nursing team. This role involves collaboration with healthcare professionals to ensure culturally safe care and improve patient outcomes.