Registered Nurse

Kiknu, meaning “our home” in Mi’kmaq, is Nova Scotia’s first long term care home on a First Nation community. A residents-first approach to care and service ensures Kiknu is supporting independence, promoting dignity and placing value on the choices for how elders want to live their lives.

Shannex acts as the operating partner alongside the First Nations community of Eskasoni in the operation of Kiknu. Together, we will ensure the community will deliver exceptional service and care while honouring Mi’kmaw culture, values and traditions.

We are searching for a Registered Nurse to join our Kiknu Long Term Care team based in Eskasoni, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who will make Kiknu a great place to live, work and visit. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of elders.

Additional benefits include:

• Approximate hourly wage: $39.55 - $50.46

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program

• Life, travel, and other insurances

• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan

• Defined Contribution Registered Pension Plan (8.7% Kiknu matching)

• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance

• Free onsite parking

• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events

• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence

• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives

• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

• Assessing, planning, evaluating, documenting and directing residents’ needs through consultation with medical professionals, care conferences and team members

• Providing leadership to health services staff and overseeing provision of quality health services respecting the client’s right to individualized planning of health services

• Working with the existing management and health services teams to promote communication and compliance to policies and procedures

• Assisting with the development, implementation, and evaluation of resident care plans

• Administering and recording prescribed medication as per company policy and scope of practice

• Applying dressings and treatments according to physician’s orders and policy

• Assisting with supervision and evaluation of job performance of care staff

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• A Bachelor of Science in Nursing and are currently registered with the Provincial Association of Registered Nurses

• Comprehensive knowledge of nursing and health care practices, excellent communication, and interpersonal skills

• Availability to work a schedule of flexible hours and all shifts inclusive of days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays

• Advanced proficiency in the English language is required, proficiency in other languages considered an asset

• Ability to provide a CPR & Emergency First Aid Certificate upon hire

• Successful candidates will be required to obtain a clear Criminal Record Check, and where applicable, a Vulnerable Sector Check, prior to appointment.

• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care

About Us

A long term care home for elders located on the Eskasoni Forst Nation. Kiknu envisions being a trailblazing Indigenous long term care home, fostering cultural revitalization, holistic care, and community empowerment. We strive to create a loving environment where Indigenous elders and residents thrive, embracing their heritage, respected for their wisdom, cared for with dignity and surrounded by love.