Job Title

Job DescriptionPosted Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 5:00 AMFT Registered Nurse (RN)Status : Full-time Contract, until December 2026Location : Muncey, ONHours : 35 hours/weekWage : $79,672 to $99,590 per yearPension : HOOPP (defined benefit plan)- optionalPosting Date: February 11, 2026Deadline : February 25, 2026Southwest Ontario Aboriginal Health Access Centre (SOAHAC) is a diverse, dynamic, multiservice Indigenous health and wellness agency. We strive to provide quality, wholistic health services by sharing and promoting traditional and western health practices to enable people to live in a more balanced state of well-being. SOAHAC provides services to Indigenous people including those who live on and off reserve, status, non-status, Inuit, and Metis within the Southwest, Waterloo-Wellington and Erie St Clair regions. SOAHAC has a mandate of ensuring that health services are accessible, of high quality, and are culturally appropriate. It is SOAHACs objective to build health care capacity within Indigenous communities. Currently, we are seeking the services of a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our interdisciplinary staff team, working at our Chippewa site in Muncey, Ontario. This is a temporary full-time contract to cover a parental leave with an end date of December 5, 2026. This role includes vacation pay at 6% of all hours worked, paid on each pay. This role includes vacation pay at 6% of all hours worked, paid on each pay, rather than paid vacation time or leave banks.Reporting to the Integrated Care Manager at our Chippewa site, the Registered Nurse will facilitate the development, implementation, and adaptation of a care plan, deliver direct care, and provide case management to assist clients to manage their own care and navigate through the various services available within the community and hospital settings. The Registered Nurse will work in partnership with the client and family to establish goals that are safe, realistic, and reasonable by assessing, planning, coordinating, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and supporting transitions with other services for the client in collaboration with the primary care provider, and other integrated team members. This position may be expected to travel regularly within surrounding First Nations communities and/or Wellington Waterloo area as required. In addition, they may be required to support other SOAHAC sites in order to meet SOAHACs operational needs.RequirementsA Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing with the College of Nurses of OntarioA minimum of three (3) years of experience preferably in community or primary careExperience working with Indigenous people in community-based settings is an assetDemonstrated ability to provide client-focused, trauma informed and culturally safe careDemonstrated ability to complete initial and ongoing client assessments (clinical and diagnostic reasoning) and provide nursing care through evidence-based guidelinesDemonstrated ability to manage time and resources effectivelySound knowledge of community health practice, chronic disease management, geriatric and palliative nursing practice within a client- and caregiver-centred care approachEffective leadership capabilities and strong ethical standards and a commitment to professional development and life-long learningEffective working independently and in a team environmentExcellent skills in case management and working with/coordinating interdisciplinary care teamsDemonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients, families, public, community partners, primary care team members and other professionals and agencies using verbal, written and computer communication meansDemonstrated critical thinking skills within scope of practice including clinical judgment and problem-solving skillsKnowledge of transitions through continuums of careKnowledge of other health care professions and their role in client care.Valid Ontario Drivers G license; personal auto insurance and access to a reliable vehicleWillingness to participate in Indigenous Cultural Safety Training, teachings and ceremoniesClean and current police check as a condition of employmentUp to date immunizations and recordsResponsibilitiesProvide direct nursing care and health education to clients and familiesRecognize the importance of Indigenous cultural identity as part of a healthy, balanced lifestyle for individuals within a communityMaintain accurate client health records and fulfill reporting requirementsProvide telephone triage and advice to clients to assist them in making timely medical decisionsDeliver health promotion, prevention and education programs from start to finish and often independentlyConduct comprehensive assessments and plans of care for assigned clients and their families that are developed collaboratively based on their unique needs. Plans of care will include both short term and long-term care requirements that address physical, mental, social, spiritual and emotional needsExplore, understand and develop a strong network of social care supports including optimizing the clients informal supportsAdvocate for services that promote, and protect the health and well being of individuals, families, groups and communitySupport clients and their families to develop self-care strategies, anticipate and address health issues, as well as optimize their health through effective health promotion strategies. This may include developing individual and/or group-based programsWork in partnership with other programs and organizations to develop health promotion, chronic disease management, palliative care and mental health support strategiesAdvocate for and uses culturally relevant and appropriate approaches when building relationships and providing nursing servicesUnderstand and respects cultural principles and protocols and applies this understanding in work situationsUse evidence and research to influence health policies, programs and practices and synthesizes nursing and health knowledge from a broad range of theories, models and frameworks to address the health status of populations, inequities in health, determinants of health, strategies for health promotion, disease and injury prevention, health protection, case management, as well as the factors that influence the delivery and use of nursing and health servicesInvolve individuals, families, groups, and communities as active partners to take action to address health inequities and foster a self management care approach for chronic conditionsBuild capacity, improves performance and enhances the quality of the working environment by sharing knowledge, expertise, and experience with colleagues, studentsA significant part of the RN role includes addressing issues related to social determinants of health that may act as barriers to wellness. This means assisting the family link and successfully engage with community and governmental supports to address issues such as social supports, housing, income and safetyThis job may require additional responsibilities and duties as assigned by Southwest Ontario Aboriginal Health Access Centre.SOAHAC values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer; however, hiring preference will be given to qualified Indigenous applicants (please self-identify). SOAHAC is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, please advise Human Resources.Please apply (resume and cover letter) through the link below:We thank all those for applying but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr