Job Description
Available to start ASAP- Great Compensation
Mara Home and Health Services is currently looking to provide exciting travel nursing assignments in remote and rural communities in Nunavut Community locations will be revealed following job appointment.
Mara Home and Health Services Inc invites passionate and adventurous nurses to seize the opportunity for travel nursing assignments in Nunavut's communities. Discover the profound impact you can have on Nunavut's community health while advancing your professional skills in a dynamic environment. Nurse's will be responsible for assessing patient health status and responding to actual and potential health problems including emergent and critical situations on an ongoing basis.
Offer:
- Competitive salary
- Hourly rate on travel
- Comprehensive orientation and training program
- An opportunity for significant professional and personal development
Role:
- Responsible for providing safe competent, and quality nursing care while maintaining strict confidentiality.
- Providing care within the guidelines outlined by Registered Nurses Association of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut (RNANT/NU) scope of practice, Code of Ethics by the Canadian Nurses Association, NEU collective agreement and Government of Nunavut policies;
- Responsible for the provision of direct nursing care in a cross-cultural setting by applying the nursing process (assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating) for all patients in the system.
- Making decisions regarding client management including crisis management and facilitating referral in consultation with supervisor and/or other professionals
- Arranging for safe client transport in consultation with the supervisor and/or other health care professionals as required and acting as a medical escort when required.
- Participating in the delivery of health services to satellite communities, where applicable, by visits and through radio, radio-telephone or telephone consultations
- Maintaining confidentiality of all client related information
Requirements:
- Proven Expanded Scope and experience in ER/Acute care settings, showcasing the ability to respond with skill and confidence in high-stress situations.
- Registration with The Nurses Association of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut (RNANT/NU) prior to the start date of employment is required;
- Current certifications: CPR/BLS, TDG, ACLS, PALS, WHMIS, ITLS (course registration accepted prior to employment start date), TNCC, CTAS
- Obtain (within one month of hire) and maintain the Nunavut Immunization Certification
- Valid driver's license
- Experience working in remote and isolated communities
- Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector check (Valid within 12 months)
Qualifications:
- Strong assessment, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to confidentiality and respectful care
- Proven ability to handle challenging situations effectively.
- Dedication to proactive health & safety practices
- Flexibility to perform various duties as needed.
Benefits:
- Unique cultural immersion and community involvement
- Supportive team environment
- Adventure and learning in Canada's beautiful northern regions.
**Benefit from our in-house Nurse Educator, who provides additional training to ensure you are equipped with the latest skills and knowledge in the field**
Term:
- Flexible fly-in/fly-out assignments tailored to your availability. Minimum of 6 weeks commitment.
Compensation:
- Hired as an Employee (Casual) with experience-rated pay
- Travel and Accommodation
Join us in delivering compassionate and skilled care where it's needed most. Apply now to begin your journey with Mara Home and Health Services
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Fixed term contract, Casual
Assignment length: 6 weeks or more
Salary: From $85.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 37.5 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
- Overtime
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
- Commission pay
- Overtime pay
Experience:
- ER/Acute care: 2 years (preferred)
- Expanded Scope Nursing Experience
Licence/Certification:
- Nurse's License in good standing with the college (required)
Work Location: On the road
Travel Hours will be reimbursed
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $85.00-$125.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- Describe your experience working as an Expanded Scope Nurse in indigenous communities or with indigenous populations.
Willingness to travel:
- 100% (required)
Work Location: In person