Relief Registered Nurse Pediatric

Government of Northwest Territories; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 106,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Northern Allowance

Job summary

Government of the Northwest Territories seeks a Relief Registered Nurse, Pediatrics, to provide safe, high-quality care for pediatric patients at Stanton Territorial Hospital in Yellowknife. You will join an interdisciplinary team delivering patient-centered care and education to families within a culturally respectful framework.

The role requires a Nursing Degree with at least one year of pediatric experience; CNNN registration is mandatory, along with up-to-date immunization and a satisfactory

Qualifications

• Nursing degree with at least one year of experience.
• Recent Pediatrics unit experience is an asset.
• Eligible for CNNN registration and current immunization status.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care for pediatric patients.
• Deliver education, support and advocacy to patients and families.
• Collaborate with physicians, allied health and community partners to coordinate care.
• Exercise clinical judgment in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Pediatrics

Clinical nursing

Education for patients & families

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Education

Nursing Degree

Job description

Limited Competition

This job opening is limited to residents living within 25 kilometres of Yellowknife.

Department Information

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

Are you an adaptable and compassionate Registered Nurse looking for a rewarding career adventure in Canada's North? Join the Pediatrics team at Stanton Territorial Hospital in Yellowknife, NT, where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of children, youth, and families while experiencing a unique northern lifestyle.

As a Relief Registered Nurse (RN), Pediatrics, you will provide safe, high-quality, and culturally respectful nursing care to pediatric patients and their families in a dynamic and collaborative healthcare environment.

Reporting to the Manager, Maternal Child Services, you will work alongside an interdisciplinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care.

In this diverse and rewarding role, you will:

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for pediatric patients and their families.
• Provide care to a variety of patients, including pediatric, youth psychiatry, and adult medical or surgical patients, ranging from stable to critically ill.
• Deliver patient and family education, support, and advocacy throughout the care journey.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, allied health professionals, and community partners to coordinate care.
• Exercise strong clinical judgment and critical thinking in a fast-paced environment.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

• A Nursing Degree with at least one (1) year of experience. Recent experience on a Pediatrics unit would be considered an asset.

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.

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

Relief Worker

This job opening is for a Relief position where there are no established hours of work on a daily, weekly or monthly basis and may be required to report to work on an as and when required basis for facilities where services operate on a daily basis throughout the entire year.

Indigenous Employment Policy

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 vulnerable sector 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.

Registrations

Eligible for current registration with the College of Nurses of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut (CNNN) is mandatory for this position.

For more information on health and social services careers and practicing in the Northwest Territories please visit www.practiceNWT.ca

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

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

Equivalencies

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 # 28234

Closing Date: September 9, 2026 - 23:59, MountainTime

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is from $54.44 per hour to $65.03 per hour (approximately $106,158 - $126,809) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.

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