Community Health Nurse,Gitwangak /Gitanyow (Health Center)

FNHA Overview

The First Nations Health Authority is a diverse and transformational health organization of professional, innovative, and dedicated team members and leaders.

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.

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. All interested First Nations, Inuit or Métis individuals are encouraged to apply. The First Nations Health Authority has a mandate to increase First Nations representation in the workforce. Applicant skills, perspectives and lived experience may be matched for this role, or other opportunities within the FNHA.

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Title: Community Health Nurse

Salary: $94,724 – $114,261 per year (pay range explained below)

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time

Location: Gitwangak/Gitanyow

Bargaining Unit: PIPSC BCFNHA Group (Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada)

About The Role

We are expanding our team to support the growing demand for high quality nursing services. Full immunization competency is essential and represents the primary focus of this role. Additional core program responsibilities include TB testing and screening, STI management, prenatal and postnatal education and support, men’s and women’s health and wellness, and chronic disease management.

The communities of Gitanyow and Gitwangak are located on the beautiful Gitxsan territory. Both offer rich cultural landscapes and a strong sense of place, creating meaningful environments in which to live and work.

These locations also provide unique opportunities for professional learning and growth within the public health nursing scope. As an FNHA employee, you will have access to robust professional development opportunities that strengthen your nursing practice and support wholistic, culturally grounded care.

Nurses working in the northern region benefit from one on one virtual support from experienced colleagues who understand the specific needs and dynamics of remote northern communities. This guidance helps build confidence while expanding both clinical and cultural competencies.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have/be –

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from a recognized university or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Current practicing registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).

Occupational Certifications

• Obtain and maintain Basic Life Support Certification Level C;
• Completion of a recognized specialty nursing program is an asset
• Requires a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License

Please refer to Job Specification section of the Job Description for more details.

You may have experience in;

• Minimum one (1) year of recent point-of-care nursing experience in a related or relevant field
• Include specific area of experience required for the role

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
• Access to group health benefits and a Health Care Spending Account through Canada Life on day 1 of employment
• And more!

Leading with culture, all FNHA employees complete San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training. We support our FNHA family members to be leaders in wellness and all staff members develop a yearly wellness plan as part of their performance partnership and goal-setting.

The Pay Range is the minimum (Step 1) and maximum (highest Step) annual base salary based on full time equivalent hours.

How To Apply

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Closing date: Open until filled

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If you have any inquiries or issues, please contact FNHA Recruitment at ***email_hidden***

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