Home Care Licensed Practical Nurse
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
Located in Yellowknife and reporting to the Manager, Home and Community Care, the incumbent's scope of practice is similar to a registered nurse with the exceptions of administration of narcotics and the Home Intravenous Therapy Program. The Home Care LPN's experience is beyond the scope of a graduate LPN and the expanded role demands independent thinking, judgment and critical decision-making skills for the delivery and management of nursing care for Home Care clients.
- Knowledge of current nursing practice, primary health care and trends in health promotion and disease prevention
- Knowledge of biological, physical and behavioral sciences in order to recognize, interpret and prioritize findings and determine and implement a plan of action based on accepted standards of practice in a community setting
- Ability to act independently to set priorities, develop work plans and manage workload while balancing clients' needs, complexity and acuity
- Ability to use basic and advanced nursing skills to perform and adapt complex procedures in the home care setting
- Ability to think calmly and respond therapeutically in emergency situations
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
The successful completion of a Licensed Practical Nursing Certificate with at least 2 years of recent, acute care LPN nursing experience in a medical, surgical, home care or community health environment. Must be eligible for registration with the CANNN and possess a Class 5 driver's license.
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.
Home Care Licensed Practical Nurse
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
Located in Yellowknife and reporting to the Manager, Home and Community Care, the incumbent's scope of practice is similar to a registered nurse with the exceptions of administration of narcotics and the Home Intravenous Therapy Program. The Home Care LPN's experience is beyond the scope of a graduate LPN and the expanded role demands independent thinking, judgment and critical decision-making skills for the delivery and management of nursing care for Home Care clients.
- Knowledge of current nursing practice, primary health care and trends in health promotion and disease prevention
- Knowledge of biological, physical and behavioral sciences in order to recognize, interpret and prioritize findings and determine and implement a plan of action based on accepted standards of practice in a community setting
- Ability to act independently to set priorities, develop work plans and manage workload while balancing clients' needs, complexity and acuity
- Ability to use basic and advanced nursing skills to perform and adapt complex procedures in the home care setting
- Ability to think calmly and respond therapeutically in emergency situations
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
The successful completion of a Licensed Practical Nursing Certificate with at least 2 years of recent, acute care LPN nursing experience in a medical, surgical, home care or community health environment. Must be eligible for registration with the CANNN and possess a Class 5 driver's license.
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.