Department InformationThe Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada's North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the advantages offered to employees of the NTHSSA.Job InformationLocated within the Lutsel K'e Health Centre and reporting directly to the Nurse in Charge (NIC) the incumbent and the NIC deliver community health services to a client population of approximately 300+ residents. The Health Centre is the sole medical facility in the community.Community Health Services include providing non-emergency medical care; responding to medical emergencies that require decision making outside of the usual policies, procedures and standards of nursing care; and delivering nursing programs designed to promote community health and well‐being (i.E. including but not limited to Well-Child/Woman/Man clinics, pre and post‐natal clinics, school health program, chronic disease clinic, immunization programs, communicable disease surveillance and treatment, etc.). The provisions of critical incident services are supported by the local NIC and/or by a physician over the telephone when communications links are available.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide comprehensive community health programs (i.E.,



including but not limited to Well‐Child/Woman/Man clinics, pre and post‐natal clinics, school health program, chronic disease clinic, immunization programs, communicable disease surveillance and treatment) according to the GNWT Health Standards in order to protect, prevent and reduce the incidence of communicable disease, to promote a healthy lifestyle and to reduce the incidence of disability and/or death to all community members.Provide direct nursing care to patients/clients using a problem solving approach and in accordance with the standards, guidelines and scope of expanded nursing practice to facilitate care of patients.Facilitate, implement and modify patient and family educational/teaching based on the needs of the patient.Key QualificationsThis level of knowledge is commonly acquired through the successful completion of a Nursing Degree,



2 years recent nursing experience in an acute care setting or within a northern health center.Must be eligible to register with CNNN and a valid class 5 driver's license is required.Labour Market SupplementThe 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.Salary InformationThe salary range for this position is from $59.62 per hour to $71.22 per hour (approximately $116,259 - $138,879) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $18,138.RegistrationsEligible for current registration with the College of Nurses of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut (CNNN) is mandatory for this position. For more information on health and social services careers and practicing in the Northwest Territories, please visit www.PracticeNWT.Ca.Driver's License RequirementA mandatory requirement for this position is a valid Class 5 Driver's License.Indigenous Employment PolicyCandidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.Criminal Records CheckCandidates must provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.Immunization StatusThe successful candidate will be required to obtain proof of current up‐to‐date immunization status.Diversity and InclusionThe 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Community Health Nurse (Canada)
🏢 Government of Northwest Territories
📍 Canada