Clinical Nurse

Position Summary

Keewaytinook Okimakanak (KO) Health Services is seeking a skilled and compassionate Clinical Nurse to join the interdisciplinary team at the Six Feathers Clinic in Thunder Bay. The Clinical Nurse will play a key role in delivering comprehensive, culturally appropriate primary care services to members of KO communities.

Working within a multidisciplinary team that includes Nurse Practitioners, Physicians, Physiotherapists, and Social Workers, the Clinical Nurse will provide direct patient care with a strong focus on wound care, diabetic management, foot care, and phlebotomy services.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical care to patients, including assessment, treatment, and follow-up 


• Deliver specialized wound care and foot care services, including prevention and management of complications 


• Support diabetes management through patient education, monitoring, and coordination of care plans 


• Perform phlebotomy and manage specimen collection in accordance with best practices 


• Assist in chronic disease management and health promotion initiatives 


• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure holistic, patient-centered care 


• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation 


• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinic program development 


• Promote culturally safe and respectful care for First Nations clients 


• Adhere to all professional, organizational, and regulatory standards 

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) preferred 


• Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) with significant relevant experience will be considered 


• Demonstrated experience in: 
  
  
  
  • Wound care and foot care 
  
  
  • Diabetes management 
  
  
  • Phlebotomy 
  
  
  
  


• Experience working in a primary care or community health setting is an asset 


• Knowledge of Indigenous health issues and experience working with First Nations communities is an asset 


• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills 


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills 


• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team 

Working Conditions

• Clinic-based environment in Thunder Bay 


• Interaction with diverse patient populations, including vulnerable individuals 


• Occasional flexibility in scheduling may be required 

Salary & Benefits

• Remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. KO Health offers a competitive benefits package and a supportive team environment.