Community Health Nurse, Correctional Health Services

Government of Northwest Territories; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Northwest Territories seeks a Community Health Nurse to deliver critical nursing care within correctional facilities. The role involves working collaboratively to address diverse health needs, promoting wellness, and enhancing healthcare for individuals in custody, aligned with the NTHSSA's high standards.

Qualifications

• Two years of recent nursing experience in an ER or Community Health Centre.
• Experience in trauma-informed care within correctional settings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care in correctional facilities.
• Conduct health assessments and chronic disease management.
• Facilitate preventive health initiatives and coordinate care.

Skills

Patient Care

Health Assessments

Chronic Disease Management

Mental Health Evaluation

Culturally Respectful Care

Education

Nursing Degree

Job description

Community Health Nurse, Correctional Health Services

Department: Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority

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

The Community Health Nurse (CHN), Correctional Health Services, plays a critical role in delivering comprehensive, evidence-based nursing care within correctional facilities across the Northwest Territories (NWT). Operating under the Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA), the CHN provides direct patient care that addresses the physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual needs of individuals in custody, while promoting health, wellness, and continuity of care.

Working in facilities such as the North Slave Correctional Complex in Yellowknife, and correctional centres in Fort Smith and Hay River, the CHN functions both independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team. Responsibilities include health assessments, chronic disease management, mental health evaluations, communicable disease prevention, medication administration, and response to medical emergencies. The CHN also facilitates preventive health initiatives, including immunization programs, STI screening and treatment, and health education tailored to client needs.

Given the high prevalence of complex health and social issues within the inmate population, the CHN provides care in a trauma-informed, culturally respectful manner and coordinates with external healthcare providers, specialists, and community organizations to support integrated care and safe transitions post-release.

The CHN contributes to system-level improvements through mentoring, participation in program development, and collaboration on research and policy initiatives. This role is essential in supporting the delivery of equitable, client-centered healthcare services within the correctional system and aligns with the broader mandate of the NTHSSA to ensure high-quality, standardized care across the territory.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

A Nursing Degree, and two (2) years of recent nursing experience in an ER setting or within a Community Health Centre or Public Health Unit.

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 [phone] Extension 14106
Fax[phone]
[e-mail]

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