Nurse Practitioner- Full Time Indeterminate

Effective November 1st, 2024, this position is eligible for a temporary Labour Market Supplement of $11,000 upon recruitment. Terms and conditions apply

The Nurse Practitioner Primary Care-(NP-PC) is an autonomous practitioner who will provide residents of Hay River with advanced health assessment, diagnosis, intervention and follow up care in accordance with the Northwest Territories (NWT) Nurse Practitioner (NP) acts, regulations, policies, standards, guidelines, mission and the objectives of the Hay River Health & Social Services Authority (HRHSSA). The NP-PC will ensure residents have access to timely, professional and sustainable health services required to maintain optimal health.

The Nurse Practitioner will collaborate with patients, clients, residents and other health professionals to identify and assess trends and patterns that have implications for health care in communities; develops and implements population and evidence-based strategies to improve health and participates in policy-making activities that influence health services and practices.

This level of knowledge is commonly acquired through the successful completion of a Nursing Degree, plus a postgraduate education program (Master's Degree) as a Nurse Practitioner and 2 years directly related nursing experience.