SUMMARY OF THE POSITION
A person who is responsible for providing nursing care services according to the bio-psycho-social needs of users or groups under her/his care. In collaboration with interdisciplinary team members, she/he evaluates the health condition of users, as well as determines and implements care plan and treatment plans. She/he provides nursing and medical care and treatment aimed at maintaining and restoring health, as well as preventing disease.

She/he plans, provides and evaluates teaching activities intended for the users, their relatives and groups of people. In addition, she/he participates in research activities aimed at promoting health and preventing disease.

The nurse is an active member of the clinical team, contributing to overall team function, team building, and enhancement. She/he participates in the continued development of the role of case management in the Primary Care model. While creating, developing and nurturing culturally appropriate interactions and connections with each other, clients and the community, the person provides skilled expertise and consultation to the primary health care team.

SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS
The Community Miyupimaatisiiun (health) Centre (CMC), offers front-line services and community health for the local population of Chisasibi.



Services are given where it is best suited in accordance with the clients’ needs and are offered through various means such as consultation at the CMC, home visit, group activities and support with community resources.

REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience:
• Member in good standing of the O.I.I.Q;
• Two (2) years of diverse experience as a nurse in direct client care

Knowledge and Abilities:
• Knowledge of Cree culture and social and health issues in Eeyou Istchee is an asset;
• Knowledge of chronic diseases and their treatment;
• Excellent interpersonal and interdisciplinary teamwork skills;
• Observation and analysis skills;
• Valuable resistance to stress and adapt easily to change;
• Excellent communication and listening skills;
• Take initiative and be autonomous;
• Open to other’s culture, ability to adapt to change and to a current environment;
• Show interest and empathy towards others;
• Possess a capacity for analysis and synthesis;

Language:
• Fluent in English and French;
• Fluency in Cree is an asset.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
• A skill-based test may be required.

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🏢 Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay (CBHSSJB)
📍 Quebec City