Job Description

We are looking for a compassionate, caring, patient Public Health Nurse with strong interpersonal and communication skills. Our Public Health Program experiences a team environment with a shared goal and commitment to provide our clients with the care and diligence they need and deserve. This role requires time management and adaptability. If you feel like this would be a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply!About the facility: The Public Health Program is located at the Jeannie Bird Clinic in La Ronge. However, this position will be required to travel to outlying LLRIB communities to provide public health programming to clients.About the position: The Public Nurse will use his/her assessment and nursing skills to effectively assist the clients to maintain an optimal level of health; Utilize Assessment, educating, & nursing skills to carry out Public Health Nursing programming; in the publicly funded Saskatchewan Immunization Program, Pre & Postnatal care, Communicable Disease Control & Tuberculosis programming; Provide direct care by assessing client health needs, planning care, implementing interventions & evaluating outcomes; Promote healthy lifestyles, & health promotion; Assess needs of Band Members & make necessary referrals; Act as a client advocate & a liaison between LLRIBHS & other agencies.What you\xe2\x80\x99ll love about us:

• We provide cash incentives to help employees achieve financial stability now and for the future.
• We provide non-cash incentives to provide employees time to enjoy life, achieve professional growth, and to ensure health and wellness.
• We offer practices, policies, and programs that support employees achieve balance at work and at home.
• We offer and provide resources that set expectations, support, and recognize employees.
• We offer and encourage learning opportunities for employees to learn new skills and progress in their Career.
• We offer a comprehensive salary and benefits package such as Recognitions, Northern Allowance, Housing Subsidy, Extended Health Care and Pension.

Qualifications: Suitable candidates will have a minimum Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing; Must be in good standing and registered with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS); Previous Public Health and/or Acute Care experience is an asset. Experience working with First Nations Communities is an asset; Ability to speak/or understand Cree a definite asset; Ability to work as a team member. Ability to travel to Outlying Communities. Must have a valid Driver\xe2\x80\x99s License.

Lac La Ronge Indian Band