Description
SUMMARY OF THE POSITION
A person is responsible for providing nursing care services according to the bio-psycho-social needs of users or groups under her/his care. She/he evaluates the health condition of users, as well as determines and implements nursing care 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.
SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS
In collaboration with Wiichihiituwin (Cree Patient Services) department, the liaison nurse is responsible to coordinate, organize and prepare the visits of the clientele coming to Val-d'Or or going to Montreal for specialized medical visits/treatments. She/he is responsible to review the medical consultations and/or reports of the beneficiaries entrusted to her/him temporarily. She/he will act as a link between the beneficiary, the hospital and the communities. She/he will gather and forward the pertinent information to the appropriate professionals in the Cree communities.
Education:
- Member in good standing of the O.I.I.Q;
- DEC in Nursing.
Experience:
- Two (2) years of experience as a nurse.
Language:
- Fluent in English and French;
- Fluency in Cree is an asset.
Other:
- On call
