Nurse Practitioner - Public Health

Government of Northwest Territories; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A government health authority is seeking a Public Health Nurse Practitioner in Yellowknife. This role involves delivering holistic, evidence-based care and leading initiatives in community health. The candidate will manage disease prevention, conduct health assessments, and mentor fellow healthcare professionals. Ideal qualifications include a nursing degree with experience in public health, along with relevant certifications. Join this impactful team and enhance health across Northern communities.

Benefits

Collaborative work environment

Impact on community health

Qualifications

• Two years nursing experience and two years as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Active registration and certification as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Eligibility for registration with CANNN.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced health assessments and treatment.
• Lead case management and vaccination programs.
• Design community health promotion strategies.

Skills

Autonomous practice

Advanced health assessments

Disease prevention

Community health strategies

Mentoring healthcare professionals

Education

BScN or BN nursing degree

Tools

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention

NWT Immunization Certification

CPR

Job description

Department: Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority

Are you passionate about making a lasting impact on community health? The Public Health Nurse Practitioner (PHNP) is a key clinical leader in delivering holistic, culturally responsive, and evidence-based care to the residents of Yellowknife, N'Dilo, and Dettah. Working with the Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA), you'll provide advanced nursing and primary care services that blend prevention, health promotion, and treatment, improving the health and well-being of individuals, families, and entire communities.

In this vital role, you'll take the lead in disease prevention, outbreak management, and chronic disease care, while fostering partnerships that strengthen northern public health. As an autonomous practitioner, you'll have the opportunity to use your full scope of practice to assess, diagnose, and manage care, all while mentoring fellow nurses and supporting community outreach and education. The PHNP is instrumental in bridging public health and primary care, promoting recovery, resilience, and health equity across the Northwest Territories.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide advanced health assessments, diagnoses, and treatment within the Nurse Practitioner scope of practice.
• Deliver and evaluate public health programs aimed at preventing and reducing the impact of communicable and chronic diseases.
• Lead case management, disease surveillance, outbreak response, and vaccination programs.
• Provide clinical support across maternal/child health, chronic disease, and sexual health programs.
• Design and implement community-based health promotion and harm reduction strategies.
• Collaborate with individuals, families, and community partners to improve access to preventative and primary care services.
• Mentor and support public health nursing staff, students, and other healthcare professionals.
• Contribute to policy development, quality improvement, and research initiatives within the NTHSSA.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

This level of knowledge is commonly acquired through the successful completion of a BScN or BN nursing degree program with two (2) years of nursing experience and two (2) years as a Nurse Practitioner in a public health or community health environment, along with active registration and certification as a Nurse Practitioner.

Additional Requirements

• Eligibility for registration with CANNN
• Class 5 driver‑s license and a satisfactory criminal records check.
• Ability to obtain and maintain current certifications including:
• Non‑Violent Crisis Intervention
• NWT Immunization Certification
• CPR, WHMIS, Fire/Disaster Training, Hand Hygiene, Infection Control Practices, and Fit Testing
• Breastfeeding Course (20 hours)

Why Join Us

As a member of the NTHSSA team, you'll make a direct and lasting impact on the health of Northern communities. This role offers a unique opportunity to practice autonomous, community‑based nursing in a collaborative and supportive environment while advancing public health and wellness across the Northwest Territories.

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.