Are you a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse looking to make a real difference in the community? Squamish Nation’s Yúustway Health and Wellness Department is seeking a Team Lead, Registered Nurse, Home and Community Care to oversee essential services that support the health and well-being of our members. This is more than a job—it's a chance to lead, empower, and create a lasting impact within a community that is deeply rooted in culture, values, and tradition.
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Lead and supervise the Home and Community Care (HCC) team, including Nurse Assessors, Senior HCAs, and the Client Care Coordinator.
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Ensure the smooth daily operations of the HCC program, focusing on quality home care services.
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Support the Manager in implementing Client Care Plans and ensuring high client satisfaction and standards of care.
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Monitor adherence to policies, regulations, and safety protocols related to Home and Community Care.
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Facilitate communication between clients, families, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
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Foster a culturally safe and supportive environment for both clients and staff, respecting the Squamish worldview.
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Supervise, coach, and mentor team members to ensure excellence in service delivery.
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Maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical standards in all interactions and records management.
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A combination of education and experience in home care, nursing, and healthcare management.
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Knowledge of British Columbia's regulations related to Home and Community Care, including client safety and confidentiality.
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Strong leadership abilities with experience in supervising and managing healthcare staff.
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Ability to work collaboratively within a team and effectively lead a diverse group of individuals.
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Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diplomatically with stakeholders.
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High emotional intelligence, patience, and integrity, particularly in challenging or high-pressure situations.
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Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous learning.
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Cultural awareness and deep respect for Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw values, language, and traditions.
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A proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
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Knowledge and understanding of Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw history, culture, customs, land, and People is preferred.
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Impactful Work – Be part of a team dedicated to serving the community through Na estétx̱ w sḵwálwen cht (Trust), Na estitkw sḵwálwen cht (Security), Na esḵw’úḵw’ulh sḵwálwen cht (Purpose) and Na eslhílhkw’is sḵwálwen cht (Belonging)
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Professional Growth – We invest in our people with training, mentorship, and career development
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Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw Values – Be part of an organization that values Úxwumixw (community/peoples), snew̓íyelh (guiding through teachings), wenáxws (respect) and inclusivity.
As a dynamic community organization, we understand the importance of employing enthusiastic and talented people to work together. We know that our future strength and growth is very much dependent on our key resources – our people. With a variety of programs and services, we offer career paths that fit many areas of expertise, backgrounds, and interests. Along with competitive compensation and benefits, we foster an environment that values diversity through the respect and appreciation of each person for their individual attributes.
Salary: $80,026 - $120,040
Candidates are typically offered compensation between the beginning to the midpoint of the range. We are committed to providing a fair and equitable package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.
Benefits: We offer extended medical and dental, pension matching, supplementary savings, and a professional development budget.
Join us in building a future rooted in culture, values, and community strength. Your work matters here. #Workwithpurpose
