Registered Nurse - Across the NWT - Term & Indeterminate Opportunities

Job Summary

Location: Across the NWT

Department: Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority

Job ID: 23734

Salary: $106,158 - $126,809

Employment Type: Full-Time, Regular

Closing Date: Open until filled

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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 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
• Medicine
• Obstetrics
• Pediatrics
• Surgery
• Day Procedures
• Chemotherapy
• Hemodialysis

Benefits
- 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: $150/month for holding a nursing degree
- Overtime and shift premium earnings when in an eligible nursing position.
- Robust relocation assistance
- Comprehensive health & dental coverage
- Members of the Public Service Pension Plan

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.

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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 (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
[email protected]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

More Information

Labour Market Supplement

In Yellowknife, 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.

In Fort Smith and Inuvik, the successful incumbent will receive a $11,000 supplement upon hire and an additional $11,000 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.

Shift Work

This position involves a Rotating/Irregular Shift Schedule which may change due to operational requirements.

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/certification with the College and Association of Nurses of Northwest Territories and Nunavut 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 #23734

Closing Date:Open Until Filled

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is from $54.44 per hour to $65.03 per hour (approximately $103,818 - $126,808.50) plus an annual Northern Allowance, community dependent ranging from $3,700 - $14,699.

Application Assistance

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