The Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council (NTC) is seeking a term (to April 30, 2026), full time Registered Nurse to provide Community Health Nursing services to Indigenous children and families living in or visiting Port Alberni. Our Nursing services follow the Nuu-chah-nulth Nursing framework that ensures culturally safe, relational, reflective and trauma informed Nursing Practice. This position is based out of Port Alberni and will require travel to Nuu-chah-nulth territories along the coast of Vancouver Island (including by vehicle on gravel road, by boat, float plane and helicopter)
Responsibilities Include
- Provide comprehensive health care with an emphasis on healthy living, illness prevention, health education, chronic disease management, and clinical intervention including provision of childhood and adult immunizations.
- Demonstrate understanding of health promotion, epidemiology, disease/injury, population health, community development, and determinants of health.
- Establish and maintain community partnerships to help address health issues, reduce the incidence of disease, and to enhance the health of individuals, family groups and general populations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Current RN license with the BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
- Experience working with First Nations will be considered an asset.
- Prefer recent related experience working with children, youth and families or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Familiarity with Panorama, Mustimuhw cEMR, or other related electronic medical record charting system will be considered an asset.
- Completion of the BCCDC Immunization Competency course is an asset but training will be provided.
- Must have a valid BC Driver’s licence, access to a reliable vehicle, and be prepared to travel in the region.
- Provide acceptable work references and RCMP criminal record check report.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience- $84,000 - $99,500.
- Comprehensive benefits including health/dental coverage, pension and professional development.
- A supportive and culturally rich work environment with opportunities for growth.
Company
Location
Contact Info
Open until filled.
Apply by sending your cover letter, resume and three references to:
Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council
Email: apply@nuuchahnulth.org
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada to be considered for this position.