Licensed Practical Nurse - Medicine

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

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Yellowknife seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for Stanton Territorial Hospital. In this role, you will provide compassionate, patient-centered care and support adult patients with various medical conditions. You must have a Licensed Practical Nursing Certificate and at least one year of relevant experience. The position offers competitive hourly pay and a Northern Allowance.

Benefits

$10,000 hiring supplement

Annual Northern Allowance of $3,700

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience in a similar role.
• Licensed with the GNWT Registrar of Professional Licensing.
• Proof of immunization in line with public health practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care using individualized, holistic methods.
• Support patients in achieving optimal health during illness.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to coordinate care.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Effective communication

Holistic patient assessment

Education

Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) Certificate

Tools

IV Therapy for LPNs

Blood Glucose Monitoring

Job description

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

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Medicine at Stanton Territorial Hospital, you'll play a key role in delivering compassionate, patient-centered care within a dynamic, interdisciplinary team. You'll support patients' physical, emotional, psychosocial, spiritual, and educational needs while providing high-quality, evidence-based care. In this rewarding position, you'll contribute to the holistic treatment of adult patients experiencing medical conditions such as respiratory, cardiovascular, and organ diseases, helping them achieve recovery with dignity and respect.

The LPN, Medicine supports patients and families through all phases of care, assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation, while fostering effective communication between patients, families, and other healthcare professionals. This position advocates for safe, competent care, promotes patient education, and contributes to an environment conducive to learning and teamwork.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to patients using the nursing process to deliver individualized, holistic care.
• Support patients in achieving optimal health in situations of illness, injury, or end-of-life care.
• Facilitate patient and family teaching related to illness, treatment, and discharge planning.
• Collaborate with Registered Nurses and other healthcare professionals to coordinate and evaluate patient care plans.
• Advocate for ethical practice environments and safe patient care.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, committees, and professional development.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

A Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) Certificate and a minimum of one (1) year of experience.

Additional Requirements

• Must be licensed with the GNWT Registrar of Professional Licensing.
• Proof of immunization in accordance with public health practices.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certifications including:
• Immunizations
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
• Blood Glucose Monitoring
• WHMIS
• CPR and Fire Training
• IV Therapy for LPNs
• Gastric Tube Care, Complex Dressings, Basic Medication Administration, and Urinary Catheterization

Position of Trust - Criminal Records Check required

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

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.

Labour Market Supplement

The successful incumbent will receive a $10,000 supplement upon hire and an additional $10,000 supplement after completion of 12 months of continuous employment contingent on remaining employed in an eligible position for a further 12 months. This is a taxable benefit and will be subject to applicable deductions

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check

Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Immunization Status

The successful candidate will be required to obtain proof of current up-to-date immunization status.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID # 27280

Closing Date: December 1, 2025 - 23:59, MountainTime

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is from $45.34 per hour to $54.15 per hour (approximately $88,413 - $105,593) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.