Community Health Nurse - repost

Government of Northwest Territories; Whatì; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A northern health services organization is seeking a Community Health Nurse to deliver comprehensive health services. Responsibilities include health promotion, disease prevention, and direct nursing care in alignment with community health standards. The ideal candidate has a Nursing Degree and two years of experience in critical care. This position offers a competitive salary, benefits package, and relocation assistance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous benefits package

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years recent nursing experience in an emergency or critical care setting.
• Northern or Outpost Nursing experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Community Health Programs including various health services.
• Provide direct nursing care and advocate for client dignity.
• Educate clients and families on health conditions.
• Collaborate professionally and mentor peers.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Health promotion

Culturally sensitive education

Team collaboration

Education

Nursing Degree

Job description

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.
• 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 [phone] Extension 14106, Fax [phone], [e-mail]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.