TUBERCULOSIS (TB) Nurse

Full-Time Position

Prince Albert, Saskatchewan

The Northern Inter-Tribal Health Authority is a dynamic and evolving healthcare agency that provides health program support to its four northern partners - Prince Albert Grand Council, Meadow Lake Tribal Council, Lac La Ronge Indian Band, and Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation.

POSITION MANDATE

Under the supervision of the TB Advisor, the TB Nurse will assist NITHA First Nations in the planning and implementation of community-based TB programs and provide education and training that will assist in achieving the objectives of the Saskatchewan First Nations TB Program. The overall objective of the work is to reduce the incidence of TB and to develop strategies for its reduction. The TB Nurse 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; developing, implementation, and the evaluation of the orientation program for community personnel. The focus of 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 the incumbent on TB skills.

Must have current registration or be 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 the 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.

Experienced in computer skills, including Panorama, Excel, PowerPoint, and other database systems.

Experience working with or within a First Nations organization and/or speaking a First Nations language is an asset.

Must possess a valid Class 5 drivers license as extensive travel is required.

NITHA has a competitive salary/benefits package. Please note that only complete applications will be considered, including a cover letter, resume, three (3) work-related references, and a copy of education /certification. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

CLOSING DATE: April 04, 2025

Interested applicants may submit their applications to:

Human Resources Advisor

Northern Inter-Tribal Health Authority

P.O. Box 787

Prince Albert, SK S6V 5S4

Fax: (306) 953 - 5010

Email: [email protected]

Website:www.nitha.com