Title

Registered Nurse

Division

Clinical Services

Affiliation

ONA (Ontario Nurses Association)

Site

Attawapiskat, ON

Reports to

Director of Patient Care

Status

Term

Job Overview

Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) is looking for an experienced professional to fill the key role of Registered Nurse. WAHA connects remote communities with the care they deserve, providing the full continuum of care across six communities in the western James Bay coast.

The role offers opportunities to care for patients at all life stages and in all health areas, including primary, acute, mental health, dental, specialty clinics, and paramedicine.

Who You Are

- Experienced registered nurse with 2 years’ experience
- Demonstrated ability to work within a multidisciplinary team, while supporting each member in their roles
- Robust interpersonal communication skills
- Deep knowledge of nursing role and enhanced scope
- Ability to develop strategic partnerships with colleagues to enhance patient care services

What You’ll Do

- Provide professional nursing care to clients
- Plan, carry out, and evaluate nursing care
- Cooperate in the administration of preventative, diagnostic, and therapeutic care
- Exercise judgement in meeting patient needs

What You Bring

- Diploma in Nursing required




- Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred
- Registered with College of Nurses of Ontario and in good standing
- Certification in BLS and ACLS
- Certification in PALS, AED, NRP, TNCC and IV therapy is an asset
- Certification in Added Nursing Skills or willingness to obtain within a prescribed period required

Why Choose Us

- Defined benefit pension plan (HOOPP)
- Group health, welfare, and Employee and Family Assistance Program Benefits
- Relocation paid by the organization
- Housing provided by the organization
- Annual retention bonus, a northern living allowance, and vacation travel bonus (all pensionable earnings)
- Be part of an organization leading health transformation in the remote north
- Ability to work with a purpose, connected to an amazing community and culture, with opportunities to learn and grow

Salary

$39.84 - $57.11

Competition #: 2026-079

This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

This position will remain open till filled.

Weeneebayko Area Health Authority is an inclusive employer. Accommodations are available in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights code and Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005.

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