Community Health Nurses support primary healthcare across Nunavut through client assessment, health promotion, and culturally appropriate practice. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity.

Reporting to the Supervisor, Health Programs, the Community Health Nurse provides comprehensive community health services. The position addresses client needs, supports disease prevention, manages crises, and strengthens clients’ ability to respond to life’s challenges. Practice reflects Inuit culture, traditions, and community contexts.

Key Responsibilities:

- Assess clients, families, and communities using the nursing process
- Develop programs and implement health promotion strategies
- Manage clients, crises, and referrals with professional consultation




- Arrange protected transportation and provide medical escort services
- Support nurses, healthcare professionals, students, and staff

Requirements:

- Bachelor of Nursing with one year acute care experience
- Eligibility for registration with the CNNN before starting
- Basic CPR with annual recertification
- Satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
- Awareness of Inuit culture and traditions

Apply community nursing expertise, client assessment, and health promotion skills within the Government of Nunavut.

📌 Community Health Nurse Nunavut (Pangnirtung)
🏢 Government of Nunavut
📍 Pangnirtung