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Community Health Nurse - repost

Whatì, NT
Mid Level
full_time
temporary

Top Benefits

Competitive salary
Pension plan
Annual leave with deferred option

About the role

Department Information

The Tlicho Community Services Agency is a unique organization responsible for the delivery of education, health and social services within the Tlicho region. The Tlicho Community Services Agency's vision 'Strong Like Two People' is a metaphor for the desire by community leadership to build an organization, and create programs and services that recognize the strength and importance of two cultures.

Job Information

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Community Health Nurse to deliver comprehensive health services in a northern community. This role supports individuals and families through health promotion, disease prevention, and direct nursing care, in alignment with GNWT Community Health Standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver Community Health Programs
    Provide clinics and services such as well-child, prenatal/postnatal, school health, chronic disease management, immunizations, and communicable disease surveillance.
  • Provide Direct Nursing Care
    Assess, plan, and implement holistic care; coordinate client transfers; maintain accurate records; and advocate for client dignity and autonomy.
  • Health Education & Promotion
    Educate clients and families on health conditions, self-care, and wellness using a culturally sensitive and holistic approach.
  • Professional Collaboration & Advocacy
    Mentor peers, participate in interagency meetings and research projects, and promote safe, ethical nursing environments.

Key Quaifications:

  • The successful completion of a Nursing Degree
  • AND two (2) years of recent nursing experience in an emergency or critical care setting.

Northern or Outpost Nursing would be an asset.

We offer a competitive salary, a generous benefits package, including a benefit pension plan, annual leave including the option for deferred leave, and health/dental benefits. We also provide relocation assistance, if needed, to the successful candidate.

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

Government Administration
1001-5000

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.