Community health nurse
Government of Nunavut’s Health department based in Iqaluit, NU is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Community health nurse. Government of Nunavut’s Health department is dedicated to healthcare and well-being in the territory. Specializing in healthcare services and public health initiatives, it ensures access to quality healthcare. Through community engagement and innovative health programs, it plays a crucial role in fostering a healthy and supportive environment, contributing to the overall welfare of Nunavut residents. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: Government of Nunavut
Department: Health
Community: Grise Fiord/Igloolik/Kinngait/Pond Inlet/Sanirajak
Position: Community health nurse
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $109029.00 to $123694.00 yearly
Employment Type: Full time
Housing: Subsidized Staff Housing
Union Status: Nunavut Employees Union
Location: Iqaluit, Nunavut
Shift: 37.5 hours weekly
Reference Number: 10-02-210-4730KW
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have a Bachelor of Nursing
Experience: Candidates should have one year of experience in an acute care clinical setting and/or other equivalencies
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should have related experiences in increasingly diverse settings, such as community health centres, schools, street clinics, youth centres, and nursing outposts, and with diverse partners, to meet the health needs of specific populations
- The candidates should hold basic CPR with annual re-certification
- The candidates should be eligible to register prior to the start date with the Registered Nurses Association of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut (RNANT/NU) with annual re-certification
- The candidates should possess one or more of the following at the time of hire, and completion of the remainder (as directed) is required within the first 12 months in the role and then as necessary to maintain certification: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Trauma Nursing Care Course (TNCC), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), fetal monitoring, Emergency Nursing Pediatric Care (ENPC) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), ALARM/ESW/FHS, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, ASIST, or Mental Health First Aid
- The candidates should possess EKG interpretation, Critical Incident Stress Management, Pelvic Examination Training, Cross-Cultural Training, and Specialized Nursing Certificates
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to assist clients in the promotion, protection, and restoration of health
- The candidates should be able to educate about, prevent, and reduce the incidence of disease, disability, and death
- The candidates should be able to provide a comprehensive community health service in conjunction with the health care team
- The candidates should be able to work within the context of Primary Health care to improve the capacity of clients to adapt to, respond to, or control life’s challenges and changes
Benefits:
- The candidates will get Northern Allowance of $24,192 -$43,588 per year
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume and reference number) through the below-mentioned details.
By email
nunavutnurses@gov.nu.ca
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!