At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic team providing culturally safe primary care to First Nations communities.
- Company: Be part of the First Nations Health Authority, a leader in Indigenous health care.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, pension plan, health benefits, and 14 paid holidays.
- Other info: Opportunities for personal growth and transformative learning in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in health outcomes while embracing cultural understanding.
- Qualifications: Must have a BSN and current RN registration with experience in primary care.
The predicted salary is between 94724 - 114261 $ per year.
FNHA Overview: The First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) is a diverse and transformational health organization of professional, innovative, and dedicated team members and leaders.
About Us: The first of its kind in Canada, FNHA works as a health-and-wellness partner with BC First Nations to support self-determination and decision-making to improve health outcomes.
Contract: This position is a term with the FNHA ending 12/31/2027 with a possibility of an extension. When the term position ends with the FNHA, it is intended that this position will be offered as a permanent role with the Vancouver Island Region Primary Care Centre.
Hours: Standard Hours - 37.5 hours per week - 8:30am-4:30pm.
Location: Tseycum (North Saanich) - with daily travel to Pauquachin, Tsartlip, Tsawout.
Bargaining Unit: PIPSC BCFNHA Group (Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada).
FNPCI Initiative: The First Nations-led Primary Care Initiative (FNPCI) aims to improve access to primary health-care services for First Nations people across BC in a way that is culturally safe and closer to home. The FNPCI is part of the province’s primary care strategy, which is integrating team-based care in communities throughout B.C. and changing the way primary care is delivered with the creation of primary care networks in partnership with the Regional Health Authorities.
About The Centre: In the Vancouver Island Region, the First Nations Led Primary Care Clinics (PCC) are Hub and Spoke Models that provide a unique opportunity to have a primary administration location and up to six different service site clinics. You’ll get to experience being a part of a wrap-around team of health and wellness providers that work across service sectors to provide comprehensive, culturally conscious team-based care.
Working at Vancouver Island Region PCC is guided by the foundational Vision and Seven Directives of the FNHA, emphasizing care, respect, and excellence in serving First Nations communities. The centre champions wellness and seizes the unique opportunity to drive transformative changes in First Nations health and wellness.
About The Role: The Primary Care Registered Nurse position is part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary primary care team that provides team-based, trauma-informed primary care services by creating a culturally safe environment in order to promote, maintain and/or restore client health. This position provides direct primary care services to clients at all life stages by observing, assessing, monitoring and documenting client health and progress to make evidence-informed decisions towards health and wellness.
About You:
- Education: Completion of a recognized Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Occupational Certification: Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM). CPR Certification. BCCDC Immunization Certification an asset.
- Experience: A minimum of 3 years of recent related experience in primary care, public health, community and/or chronic disease care. Experience working with and delivering health services to First Nations clients. Training in anti-Indigenous racism response and cultural safety and humility.
- Knowledge: Strong knowledge of cultural safety, humility and trauma-informed approaches to care. Knowledge of, and ability to apply, an understanding of First Nations cultural principles and protocols in work situations.
Working at FNHA: As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including: Municipal Pension plan with an employer contribution of 9.31% after eligibility period, 14 holidays including National Indigenous People’s Day, National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, Easter Monday and Boxing Day, access to group health benefits and a Health Care Spending Account through Canada Life on day 1 of employment.
The First Nations Health Authority is committed to respecting diversity within our workforce; preference will be given to individuals who identify as First Nations, Inuit, or Métis.
Primary Care Registered Nurse – North Saanich in Ladysmith employer: First Nations Health Authority
The First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, particularly for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis individuals. With a strong commitment to employee wellness, FNHA offers generous benefits including a robust pension plan, extensive vacation time, and cultural days, all while promoting professional growth through leadership training and community engagement initiatives. Located in the Northern Region of British Columbia, FNHA provides a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on health outcomes for Indigenous communities, making it a rewarding place to build your career.
Contact Details:
First Nations Health Authority Recruitment Team
