Nurse Practitioner

Title: Nurse Practitioner Department: Health Community: Clyde River Requisition Number: 797 Type of Employment: Indeterminate Salary range: $129,550 to $147,024 per year, 37.5 hours/week Northern Allowance: $28,732 per year Housing: Subsidized Staff Housing is Available Union Status: Nunavut Employees Union Closing date: Open until filled This employment opportunity is open to all applicants. For Nurse Practioner position that is full time and permanent, recruitment bonuses include: $5,000 on start date, $5,000 at 18 months of service and $10,000 at 30 months of service. Additional premiums include a $9,000 Annual Frontline Allowance and a $375 Monthly Retention Bonus of $4,500 per year. For Job shares, salary, bonuses/allowances are pro-rated in accordance with hours worked. The Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides and autonomously manages health assessment, diagnosis, intervention and follow-up care to the residents of their community in accordance with Nurse Practitioner Acts, regulations, policies, standards, mission and the objectives of the Department of Health and the Government of Nunavut. Through the provision of health interventions (health promotion, occupational health and safety, public health, community development and curative treatment) this position has a direct impact on the health status of clients, families and the community; and contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the health centre operations. The Government of Nunavut was selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Top Employers for Young People and recent graduates. With one of the fastest growing and youngest populations in Canada, Nunavut is a dynamic, vibrant territory, committed to becoming an even better place for future generations. As a government, we are strengthening our unique model of governance - one that integrates Inuit societal values, promotes use of the Inuktut language, achieves a representative public service, and collaborates with partners to achieve the promise of Nunavut. Successful applicants will enjoy a competitive salary, medical and dental benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, relocation privileges and opportunities for training and career advancement. Department of Health The Department of Health (HEA) is responsible for health services and social programming in Nunavut. Staff at HEA work to improve the health and well-being of Nunavummiut by addressing the differing needs of each community through culturally appropriate programs and services.

The Nurse Practitioner autonomously manages health assessments, diagnoses, and follow-up care for community residents. They implement health interventions including public health and curative treatments to improve the overall health status of clients and families.

Requires a Graduate Level Advanced Nursing Practice degree or equivalent certification and eligibility to register with CANNN. Preference is given to candidates with NP experience or RNs with 5 years of acute care experience.

• Medical Benefits • Dental Benefits • Defined Benefit Pension Plan • Relocation Privileges • Training and Career Advancement Opportunities • Subsidized Staff Housing • Northern Allowance • Recruitment Bonuses • Frontline Allowance • Retention Bonus

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• Health Assessment
• Diagnosis
• Intervention
• Follow-up Care
• Health Promotion
• Occupational Health and Safety
• Public Health
• Community Development
• Curative Treatment
• EKG Interpretation
• Pelvic Examination
• Labour and Delivery
• Cross Cultural Training
• Crisis Intervention
• Mental Health First Aid

• Healthcare
• Government & Public Sector

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

38 hours per week