Licensed practical nurse – Casual
Government of Nunavut’s Health Department based in Iqaluit, NU is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Licensed practical nurse. Government of Nunavut’s Health Department focuses on improving public health across Nunavut. It offers medical care, preventive services, and health promotion tailored to local needs. The department integrates traditional and modern practices to ensure culturally competent care. It collaborates with communities and organizations to enhance health outcomes and address regional health disparities. 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
Position: Licensed practical nurse – Casual
No of Vacancies: 3
Salary: $41.31 – $50.13 hourly
Employment Type: Full time/Casual
Union Status: Nunavut Employees Union
Location: Iqaluit, NU
Shift: 37.5 hours per week
Reference Number: 2024-03CAS
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the Nunavut are Inuktut, English and French Language
Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as a Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience
Experience: Candidates should have considerable experience in the relevant field
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should have knowledge, skills, and abilities typically obtained through an LPN Diploma from a recognized institution for practical nursing education and eligibility for registration as an LPN with the College and Association of Nurses of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut (CANNN)
- The candidates should have Acute Care experience, OR Certificate, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Critical Incident Stress Debriefing, Cross-Cultural training, and Back Injury Prevention Program
- The candidates should be able to communicate in more than one of Nunavut’s official languages
- The candidates should have knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktut, and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to plan and perform client interventions and evaluate client outcomes following the Standards of Practice adopted by the Government of Nunavut to support the goal of regaining and maintaining client health
- The candidates should be able to observe, assess, monitor, and document all findings and care provided in accordance with the Government of Nunavut Documentation Standards and Guidelines
- The candidates should be able to provide direct nursing care, health promotion, and prevention services to clients
- The candidates should be able to deliver quality nursing care within the scope of practice as outlined by the professional licensing body and the Government of Nunavut
Benefits:
- The candidates will get Northern Allowance $8.20 to $22.25
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!