Community Health Nurse Full-time Job

A recruitment and retention supplement will be offered to front line Nurse, Nurse Practitioner and Midwifery positions within the Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority and the Tlicho Community Services Agency.   The successful incumbent will receive a supplement upon hire and an additional 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.  Community breakdown and rates are: 

•    Yellowknife: $5000
•    Inuvik & Fort Smith: $6000
•    All Other NWT Communities: $7000

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 Community Health 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. 

Benefits
•    Competitive Salary: $104,910– $125,307/year or $53.80 - $64.26/hour
•    Northern Living Allowance: Community dependent ranging from $3,700 - $41,053/year
•    Academic Allowance: $100/month for holding a nursing degree 
•    Overtime and shift premium earnings when in an eligible nursing position. 
•    Nursing Station Allowance 
•    Robust relocation assistance
•    Comprehensive health & dental coverage
•    Generous Pension