Nurse in Charge - TWO communities
Top Benefits
About the role
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 benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.
Job Information
This posting is for TWO (2) different Job Share Opportunities, 6 weeks IN/OUT.
Fort Simpson is an indeterminate position
Fort Liard is a term position.
The Nurse in Charge oversees the delivery of nursing services at the Health Centre, ensuring high-quality, ethical, and patient-centered care.
Key responsibilities include:
Leadership & Operations: Manages staffing, scheduling, supplies, budgeting, and performance evaluations.
Quality Assurance & Training: Audits nursing care, identifies training needs, and coordinates staff development.
Advocacy & Collaboration: Promotes safe practice environments, mentors staff, and engages with community health initiatives.
Community Health Programs: Leads clinics and health promotion activities tailored to community needs.
Direct Patient Care: Provides holistic nursing care, coordinates patient transfers, and upholds patient dignity and confidentiality.
Education & Support: Develops and delivers patient and family education based on individual health needs.
Key Skills & Expertise:
Advanced clinical knowledge and ability to assess, plan, and deliver holistic care
Emergency care expertise, including suturing, venipuncture, immunizations
Proficiency in lab procedures and medical equipment
Experience in adult education and staff training
Digital literacy (Microsoft Word, email, online research)
Strong communication and patient education skills
Leadership and supervisory experience
Commitment to confidentiality and ethical practice
Key Qualifications:
Completion of a Nursing Degree, and
Three (3) years of recent nursing experience and,
- with at least one (1) year in a northern health center
A minimum of six (6) months supervisory experience
Certifications:
Current registration with the College and Association of Nurses of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut (CANNN) before commencement of employment is mandatory.
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
hlthss_recruitment@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.
Nurse in Charge - TWO communities
Top Benefits
About the role
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 benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.
Job Information
This posting is for TWO (2) different Job Share Opportunities, 6 weeks IN/OUT.
Fort Simpson is an indeterminate position
Fort Liard is a term position.
The Nurse in Charge oversees the delivery of nursing services at the Health Centre, ensuring high-quality, ethical, and patient-centered care.
Key responsibilities include:
Leadership & Operations: Manages staffing, scheduling, supplies, budgeting, and performance evaluations.
Quality Assurance & Training: Audits nursing care, identifies training needs, and coordinates staff development.
Advocacy & Collaboration: Promotes safe practice environments, mentors staff, and engages with community health initiatives.
Community Health Programs: Leads clinics and health promotion activities tailored to community needs.
Direct Patient Care: Provides holistic nursing care, coordinates patient transfers, and upholds patient dignity and confidentiality.
Education & Support: Develops and delivers patient and family education based on individual health needs.
Key Skills & Expertise:
Advanced clinical knowledge and ability to assess, plan, and deliver holistic care
Emergency care expertise, including suturing, venipuncture, immunizations
Proficiency in lab procedures and medical equipment
Experience in adult education and staff training
Digital literacy (Microsoft Word, email, online research)
Strong communication and patient education skills
Leadership and supervisory experience
Commitment to confidentiality and ethical practice
Key Qualifications:
Completion of a Nursing Degree, and
Three (3) years of recent nursing experience and,
- with at least one (1) year in a northern health center
A minimum of six (6) months supervisory experience
Certifications:
Current registration with the College and Association of Nurses of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut (CANNN) before commencement of employment is mandatory.
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
hlthss_recruitment@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.