## Department Information 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 perks offered to employees of the NTHSSA. ## Job Information Join Our Team as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Primary Care Are you a compassionate and skilled nurse looking to make a meaningful impact? Join the Fort Smith Primary Care Clinic and play a vital role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. Working alongside an interdisciplinary team, you will provide direct nursing care, support health promotion and education, and help improve the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities in the Northwest Territories.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide direct patient care and clinical support in a busy primary care setting.
- Perform assessments, vital signs, treatments, and nursing procedures within scope of practice.
- Assist physicians and nurse practitioners with examinations and minor procedures.
- Coordinate patient follow-up care, referrals,



and Telehealth appointments.
- Deliver health education and promote wellness and disease prevention.
- Maintain accurate documentation and uphold patient safety and confidentiality standards.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to deliver seamless, client-centred care.
- Foster a culturally safe, respectful, and compassionate care environment.
- Work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and Saturdays. Key

Requirements:

- A Licensed Practical Nursing Program, including Medication Administration and participation in continuing education as it pertains to the profession; AND,
- two (2) years of experience in working in an interdisciplinary model; such as acute care/hospital setting, public health, and medical office/family practice Additional

Requirements:

- Must be eligible for registration with the College of Nurses in the Northwest Territories and Nunavut ## 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.

📌 Licensed Practical Nurse (Fort Smith)
🏢 Government of Northwest Territories
📍 Fort Smith