Nurse Practitioner - NWT - Term & Indeterminate - Amended

Are you an experienced Nurse Practitioner looking to expand your career in the world of remote northern nursing? We are looking for enthusiastic and self-motivated Nurse Practitioners to join our workforce through a variety of contracts that work for YOU!

The focus of the Nurse Practitioner is to improve a client's health and ensure that the client's care needs are met in the context of the client's mental, emotional and physical well-being. Particular emphasis on community development and health promotion as well as advanced knowledge and skills in assessment, nursing and medical diagnosis, intervention, treatment management, drug therapy and referral functions which are shared with physicians, pharmacists and other service providers is essential.

Interested? Press apply today and indicate your preferred NWT community. Current vacancies exist in the following areas:

Behchoko, Nurse Practitioner (2 positions)
Fort Providence, Community Nurse Practitioner
Fort Simpson, Community Nurse Practitioner
Inuvik, Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Tuktoyaktuk, Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Yellowknife, Intravenous Therapy Nurse Practitioner (0.5 FTE)

Benefits

* Competitive Salary: $133,185 - $/year or $68.30 - $81.59/hr

* Northern Living Allowance:
Community dependent ranging from $3,700 - $41,053/year

* Academic Allowance: $150/month for holding a nursing degree

* 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. Financial support varies per community, ranging from $2000 - $4880 annually.

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!

Apply today!

GNWT Inquiries

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 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.

Across remote NWT communities, the successful incumbent will receive a $12,000 supplement upon hire and an additional $12,000 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.

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

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  # 24255

Closing Date:
Open until filled.

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is from $66.80 per hour to $79.79 per hour (approximately $130,260 to $) plus an annual Northern Allowance.