Position Summary
Keewaytinook Okimakanak (KO) Health Services is seeking a skilled and compassionate Clinical Nurse to join the interdisciplinary team at the Six Feathers Clinic in Thunder Bay. The Clinical Nurse will play a key role in delivering comprehensive, culturally appropriate primary care services to members of KO communities.
Working within a multidisciplinary team that includes Nurse Practitioners, Physicians, Physiotherapists, and Social Workers, the Clinical Nurse will provide direct patient care with a strong focus on wound care, diabetic management, foot care, and phlebotomy services.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct clinical care to patients, including assessment, treatment, and follow-up
- Deliver specialized wound care and foot care services, including prevention and management of complications
- Support diabetes management through patient education, monitoring, and coordination of care plans
- Perform phlebotomy and manage specimen collection in accordance with best practices
- Assist in chronic disease management and health promotion initiatives
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure holistic, patient-centered care
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinic program development
- Promote culturally safe and respectful care for First Nations clients
- Adhere to all professional, organizational, and regulatory standards
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) preferred
- Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) with significant relevant experience will be considered
- Demonstrated experience in:
- Wound care and foot care
- Diabetes management
- Phlebotomy
- Experience working in a primary care or community health setting is an asset
- Knowledge of Indigenous health issues and experience working with First Nations communities is an asset
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
Working Conditions
- Clinic-based environment in Thunder Bay
- Interaction with diverse patient populations, including vulnerable individuals
- Occasional flexibility in scheduling may be required
Salary & Benefits
- Remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. KO Health offers a competitive benefits package and a supportive team environment.