Nurse Practitioner - Across the NWT - Term & Indeterminate - Amended
Department: Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority

The 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 benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.

Job Information
Are you an experienced Nurse Practitioner looking to expand your career in the world of remote northern nursing? We are looking for enthusiastic and self-motivated Nurse Practitioners to join our workforce through a variety of contracts that work for YOU!

The focus of the Nurse Practitioner is to improve a client's health and ensure that the client's care needs are met in the context of the client's mental, emotional and physical well-being. Particular emphasis on community development and health promotion as well as advanced knowledge and skills in assessment, nursing medical diagnosis, intervention, treatment management, drug therapy and referral functions which are shared with physicians, pharmacists and other service providers is essential.

Interested? Press apply today and indicate your preferred NWT community. Current vacancies exist in the following areas:

Behchoko, Nurse Practitioner (2 positions)

Fort Providence, Community Nurse Practitioner

Fort Simpson, Community Nurse Practitioner

Inuvik, Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Tuktoyaktuk,



Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

Yellowknife, Intravenous Therapy Nurse Practitioner (0.5 FTE)

Benefits

Competitive Salary: $133,185 - $159,100.50/year or $68.30 - $81.59/hr

Northern Living Allowance: Community dependent ranging from $3,700 - $41,053/year

Academic Allowance: $150/month for holding a nursing degree

Robust relocation assistance

Comprehensive health & dental coverageGenerous Pension

Professional Development Assistance

The Professional Development Initiative (PDI) program is intended to provide you with increased opportunities for career development, education, and training for the purposes of position relevant skill and career enhancement. Financial support varies per community, ranging from $2000 - $4880 annually.

The Targeted Academic Support Program (TASP) is perfect for staff with long-term education goals and those seeking to expand their career opportunities. With financial support of up to $50,000 per employee, you can work and learn while earning degrees and certifications!

Life Up Here

It's not every day that you have the chance to work and play in the land of the midnight sun and world-class auroras - join the adventure! Learn more about one of Canada's best kept treasures by visiting https://spectacularnwt.com for more information.

Apply today!

GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Health Recruitment
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax(867) 873-0445
[email protected]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

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📌 Nurse Practitioner - Across the NWT - Term & Indeterminate - Amended (Northwest Territories)
🏢 Government of Northwest Territories
📍 Northwest Territories