Registered Nurse

Government of Northwest Territories; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 106,158 - 126,809; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic critical care team as a Registered Nurse with the Government of Northwest Territories in Yellowknife. This role involves providing expert nursing to critically ill patients in an ICU setting, utilizing advanced clinical judgment and technical skills. Candidates must possess a Nursing Degree, relevant experience, and registration with CANNN. Enjoy a competitive salary range, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to make a real impact in patient care.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year recent experience in Intensive/Critical Care Unit.
• Current registration with CANNN mandatory.
• Experience in using specialized ICU tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level nursing to critically ill patients.
• Administer life-saving medications under pressure.
• Educate patients and families on health literacy.

Skills

Expert-Level Nursing Practice

Emergency Response Competence

Patient & Family Empowerment

Scientific Acumen

Digital Fluency

Education

Nursing Degree

Certificate in Critical Care Nursing

Tools

Ventilators

Defibrillators

Hemodynamic Monitors

IV Pumps

ECGs

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Base pay range

CA$106,158.00/yr - CA$126,809.00/yr

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Job Information

Join a dynamic critical care team committed to delivering excellence in patient care. As an ICU RN, you'll provide high-level nursing to critically ill patients in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary environment. This role demands clinical expertise, compassionate care, and leadership in both emergency response and everyday operations.

Key Responsibilities:

· Expert-Level Nursing Practice Apply advanced clinical judgment using nursing process fundamentals to manage complex patient care needs.

· Critical Care Equipment Mastery Confidently use specialized ICU tools such as ventilators, defibrillators, hemodynamic monitors, and pacemakers.

· Emergency Response Competence Administer life-saving medications and interventions with precision under pressure.

· Patient & Family Empowerment Educate with compassion, promoting self-care and health literacy through tailored support.

· Scientific Acumen Interpret physiological and behavioral data to guide urgent and accurate clinical decisions.

· Integrated Care Coordination Navigate resources inside and outside the facility to support patients holistically.

· Digital Fluency Use electronic platforms for communication, documentation, and real-time research.

· Technical Reliability Operate essential equipment safely: IV pumps, ECGs, CVC lines, NG tubes, thermometers, and more.

Key Qualifications:

· A Nursing Degree with a Minimum of one (1) year recent experience in Intensive/Critical Care Unit

· A certificate in Critical Care Nursing

Certifications:

· Current registration with CANNN before commencement of employment is mandatory

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider and Other

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care, Medical Practices, and Medical Equipment Manufacturing

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