Summary
To support Physician and Nurse Practitioner (NP) clinics provided by the organization, located at the First Nation Health Clinics. The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) will provide linkages and communicate with community reception, booking clerks and other external primary care providers as follow up and to ensure client receive wholistic care. The RPN delivers supportive care with an emphasis on assessment, education, prevention, maintenance, and restoration of health for clients of all generations while working within their scope of practice.

Job Duties

Provide clinical support

Provide one-on-one education to clients as directed

Triage patients on arrival – this includes a history and vital signs

Works within scope to provide support as directed by Physician(s) and Nurse Practitioner(s)

Inputs diagnostic testing, consults and referrals into EMR

Review all address, demographic and allergy deficiencies in the chart for accuracy.

Immunizations as directed

Provide skill training to clients on self-care

Assess the clinical, dietary and educational needs of clients

Medication Reconciliation

Assist with vaccine clinics as needed

Complete client medical records within the electronic medical records (EMR) database in an accurate and timely manner

Perform administrative duties in support of the organization’s goals and objectives

Assist with the development, implementation, and evaluation of education and treatment services

Maintain inventory of supplies and place orders to refill inventory as required

Assist with the development and evaluation of policies, protocols, procedures and advanced directives to improve client care and/or to promote efficient utilization of resources

Provide a safe and healthy workplace for clients, and clinicians by ensuring the health and safety policies are followed





To be culturally sensitive and respectful to the indigenous population served.

Perform other duties as assigned

Engage in professional development to maintain current skills and knowledge regarding the scope of the position

Assist in the development and implementation of the organization’s quality improvement initiatives

Network with partner agencies to improve practices, enhance services and move forward shared initiatives relevant to the position

Set up and assist with OTN access

Assist with Diabetes Foot Care as required

Requirements

Mandatory

Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario

One to three years experience in a health care setting

Current CPR Level C and First Aid Certification

Valid Class G driver’s license and have access to a vehicle

Clear Vulnerable Sector Check

Preferred

Experience working in First Nation communities

Experience working within an electronic medical record system

Knowledge

Knowledge of the First Nation communities of Manitoulin Island

Knowledge of the service providers within the Manitoulin Island catchment area

Knowledge of First Nation health issues

Understanding and sensitivity for the Anishinaabe culture

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong time management skills

Skilled in interpersonal relations

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Ability

Strong ability to prioritize, plan, organize and schedule

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Ability to speak Anishinaabemowin is an asset

Work Conditions

Potential exposure to biohazards and infectious diseases

Frequent exposure to equipment use and treatment related risks, i.e. injections, treatments, scalpel blades/other sharps

Frequent long-distance travel required

Frequent sitting required

Services are delivered within seven First Nation clinics and on-site

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📌 Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) (Ontario)
🏢 Noojmowin Teg Health Centre
📍 Ontario