Licensed Practical Nurse - Primary Care

Department Information

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.

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Join Our Team as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Primary Care

Are you a compassionate and skilled nurse looking to make a meaningful impact? Join the Fort Smith Primary Care Clinic and play a vital role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. Working alongside an interdisciplinary team, you will provide direct nursing care, support health promotion and education, and help improve the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities in the Northwest Territories.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and clinical support in a busy primary care setting.
• Perform assessments, vital signs, treatments, and nursing procedures within scope of practice.
• Assist physicians and nurse practitioners with examinations and minor procedures.
• Coordinate patient follow-up care, referrals, and Telehealth appointments.
• Deliver health education and promote wellness and disease prevention.
• Maintain accurate documentation and uphold patient safety and confidentiality standards.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to deliver seamless, client‑centred care.
• Foster a culturally safe, respectful, and compassionate care environment.
• Work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and Saturdays.

Key Requirements

• A Licensed Practical Nursing Program, including Medication Administration and participation in continuing education as it pertains to the profession; AND,
• two (2) years of experience in working in an interdisciplinary model; such as acute care/hospital setting, public health, and medical office/family practice

Additional Requirements

• Must be eligible for registration with the College of Nurses in the Northwest Territories and Nunavut

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:
Health Recruitment
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel  Extension 14106
Fax

Labour Market Supplement

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.

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

Eligible for current registration with the College of Nurses of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut (CNNN) is mandatory for this position.

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Diversity and Inclusion

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