Job Order Detail

Description

Under the supervision of the TB Advisor, the TB Nurse will assist First Nations in planning and implementing of community-based TB programs and provide education and training to assist in achieving the objectives of the Saskatchewan First Nations TB Program. The overall objective of work is to reduce the incidence of TB and to develop strategies for reduction. The incumbent will provide support by maintaining regular contact with the TB Program Workers and Community Health Nurses for the community-based Direct Observed Therapy Program, including conducting and organizing contact tracing and consultations on tuberculin skin testing, sputum collection, x-rays and post trace follow-up; develop, implement and the evaluation of the orientation program for community personnel. The focus on the TB Nurse will be on contact tracing and community awareness initiatives.
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
Our ideal candidate will be an innovative professional with the essential skills, knowledge and abilities required, including the following:
Bachelors degree in Nursing, new graduates accepted, training will be provided to incumbent on TB skills.
Must have current registration or eligible for registration with the CRNS.
Knowledge of health promotion modalities for TB and other related communicable and non-communicable diseases.
Skilled in oral and written communication, including the use of public relations and knowledge of avenues available for dissemination of information.
Ability to conduct group and individual education sessions.
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
Maintains a high degree of confidentiality and cultural sensitivity.
Uses sound judgment in problem-solving, decision-making and conflict resolution.
Basic computer skills.
Experience working with or within a First Nations organization and/or speaking a First Nations language are assets.
Possesses a valid drivers license and can travel as required.