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  • NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

    ESGENOÔPETITJ FIRST NATION

    LICENSE PRACTICAL NURSE/COMMUNITY HEALTH REPRESENTATIVE (LPN/CHR)

    Job Functions Reporting to the Community Health Nurse, the LPN/CHR is responsible for providing community health services, prevention & intervention, environmental health, and general elder care services to Esgenoôpetitj First Nation community members.

    The successful candidate will monitor overall community health to develop and promote community education initiatives around health care preventative practices, nutrition, healthy lifestyle choices, communicable diseases, dental care, and mental health. He or she will assist community members in obtaining necessary medical health care and support by maintaining regular contact with Public Health, schools, and other agencies on health issues.

    As part of the Community Health Team, the candidate will provide information and reports and maintain up-to-date case files for the Community Health Nurse as well as assist with the organization and delivery of special clinics for pre-natal and post-natal patients as well as for elders.

    Required Skills

    • Excellent verbal, reading comprehension, and writing skills

    • Excellent client service skills and abilities

    • Substantial problem-solving skills in response to various client situations

    • Ability to multitask with attention to detail

    • Demonstrated decision-making skills

    • Excellent report writing skills

    Essential Qualifications The successful candidate will have completed a college or university program in Practical Nursing (LPN), as well as have 2 years of previous work experience in a related field, along with excellent written and spoken English and some fluency in Mi'kmaq.

    How to Apply Please send your resume, cover letter, and references to the following address:

    Lita Richardson Health Director Esgenoôpetitj First Nation 610 Bayview Drive Burnt Church, NB E9G 2A8

    or by email at litarichardson@bellaliant.com by February 28, 2025.

    We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those who qualify will be contacted.