JOB SUMMARYRegistered Practical Nurse Contract 18 months.RESPONSIBILITIESPerform physical assessments, triage, health education/counseling, history taking and other clinical activities according to the College of Nurses of OntarioPerform clinical duties by assessing clients for foot health to treat and prevent diseaseAdvocate on behalf of the client with regards to equitable access to Traditional Healing and western health services as directed by the clientDocument encounters in the electronic records software; Record and maintain alldata as requiredParticipate in the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of treatment, education, counseling and health promotion programs and services for individuals, families and the community with an emphasis on those living with or caring for someone with a chronic condition or at risk of developing such conditionsWork in a manner that incorporates health promotion and recognizes the determinants of healthDocuments group and individual encounters in the electronic records software; Record and maintain alldata as requiredEDUCATION AND OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTSDiploma in Nursing from a recognized post-secondary institutionRegistration in positive standing with the College of Nurses of OntarioAdvanced Foot Care Training an assetSKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSMinimum 2 years of experience within a health care organizationExperience working with Indigenous populationsExperience in phlebotomy, health assessmentsExperience providing health educationExperience providing foot care services to people living with diabetesAbility to provide an Indigenous, wholistic view throughout the care given to clients as well as an Indigenous perspective in education providedMaintain a positive and professional attitudeSelf-directed, strong organizational skills and ability to work as part of a teamKnowledge of Indigenous communities within the South East LHIN catchment areaOTHER REQUIREMENTSCurrent CPR/AED/First aid level HCPA clear vulnerable sector check, Valid class "G" Ontario driver's license, and clear driver abstractAbility to work overtime when requiredWillingness to travel within catchment areaWe are a status-blind organization.