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The Public Health Nurse (PHN) is located in Behchoko and reports directly to the Public Health Nurse in Charge (PHNIC).

The PHN provides culturally sensitive care to people in the remote communities of Behchoko, Whati, Gameti and Wekwet on a rotational basis.

The PHN has in-depth knowledge of the Public Health Act and the Reportable Disease Control and Disease Surveillance Regulations.

The position works directly with the NWT Department of Health and Social Service''s (DHSSs) Communicable Disease Specialists in the Office of the Chief Public Health Officer (OCPHO).

The PHN has an essential role in the timely identification of communicable diseases and the delivery of prevention and outbreak management and control interventions, especially in the areas of vaccine delivery, communicable disease surveillance and treatment.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by: A BScN or BN nursing degree program with two (2) years of nursing experience in a public health or community health workplace. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Proof of immunization in keeping with current public health practices is required.

Class 5 driver''s license in good standing.

Must be eligible for registration with the CANNN. GNWT Inquiries Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

More Information Labour Market Supplement The successful incumbent will receive a $12,000 supplement upon hire and an additional $12,000 supplement after completion of 12 months of continuous employment contingent on remaining employed in an eligible position for a further 12 months.

This is a taxable benefit and will be subject to applicable deductions.





Term Position This job opening is for a 1 year term position.

Indigenous Employment Policy Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check Candidates must provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector check.

Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Immunization Status The successful candidate will be required to obtain proof of current up-to-date immunization status.

Registrations Diversity and Inclusion The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace.

If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience.

However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis.

For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information Job Opening ID # 27622 Closing Date: open until filled Salary Information The salary for this position starts at $54.44 per hour (approximately $106,158 per annum) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $5,610.

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📌 Regional Public Health Nurse (Behchokǫ̀)
🏢 Government of Northwest Territories
📍 Behchokǫ̀