Registered Nurse - Across the NWT - Term & Indeterminate Opportunities
Government of Northwest Territories
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Benefits offered by this job
Job summary
Qualifications
- Current and valid nursing license.
- Experience in clinical settings across multiple specialties.
- Comfortable living and working in remote locations.
Responsibilities
- Provide nursing care across various specialties.
- Work within a team to deliver healthcare services.
- Engage in professional development opportunities.
Skills
Education
Job description
Location: Across the NWT
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.
Are you an experienced Registered Nurse looking to expand your career in the world of remote northern nursing? We are looking for enthusiastic and self-motivated nurses to join our workforce through a variety of contracts that work for YOU!
Interested? Press apply today and indicate your area of specialization and preferred NWT community. Current vacancies exist in the following areas:
- Operating Room/Post Anesthesia Recovery Room
- Emergency Room
- Float Pool
- Intensive Care Unit
- Obstetrics
- Pediatrics
- Surgery
- Day Procedures
- Chemotherapy
- Hemodialysis
Benefits include:
- Competitive Salary: $106,158 - $126,808.50/year or $54.44 - $65.03/hr
- Northern Living Allowance: Community dependent ranging from $3,700 - $14,699/year
- Academic Allowance: $100/month for holding a nursing degree
- Overtime and shift premium earnings when in an eligible nursing position
- Robust relocation assistance
- Comprehensive health & dental coverage
- Generous Pension
Professional Development Assistance: The Professional Development Initiative (PDI) program is intended to provide you with increased opportunities for professional development, education, and training for the purposes of position relevant skill and career enhancement.
The Targeted Academic Support Program (TASP) is perfect for staff with long-term education goals and those seeking to expand their career opportunities. With financial support of up to $50,000 per employee, you can work and learn while earning degrees and certifications!
Life Up Here: It's not everyday that you have the chance to work and play in the land of the midnight sun and world-class auroras - join the adventure! Learn more about one of Canada's best kept treasures by visiting https://spectacularnwt.com for more information.
Apply today!
Inquiries Only: Health Recruitment, Department of Finance, Government of the Northwest Territories, YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR, BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9, Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106, Fax (867) 873-0445, hlthss_recruitment@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
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