Government of Nunavut Recruitment·Naujaat, Nunavut
The Community Health Nurse assists clients in the promotion, protection, and restoration of health while working to prevent and reduce the incidence of disease and disability. The incumbent provides comprehensive community health services within a primary health care context to improve client capacity to adapt to life's challenges.
$124,653 to $141,419 per year, 37.5 hours/week Northern Allowance: $23,986 - $24,803 per year Housing: Subsidized Staff Housing is Available Union Status: Nunavut Employees Union
Open until filled This employment opportunity is open to all applicants. For Community Health Nurse 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 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. The Department of Health is responsible for health services and social programming in Nunavut. Staff at the Department of Health work to improve the health and well-being of Nunavummiut by addressing the differing needs of each community through culturally appropriate programs and services. Reporting to the Supervisor, Health Programs, the Community Health Nurse (CHN) assists clients in promotion, protection and restoration of health, to educate about, prevent and reduce the incidence of disease, disability and death. The incumbent provides a comprehensive community health service in conjunction with the health care team and works 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.
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.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Nursing with at least one year of experience in an acute care clinical setting and be eligible for registration with CANNN. The role requires various certifications such as CPR, and successful completion of a criminal record and vulnerable sector check.
Market context
Dental positions in Nunavut are often competitive because employers need candidates who can work in remote settings and meet licensing, certification, and screening requirements. This role stands out for its defined benefit pension plan, medical and dental benefits, and training and advancement opportunities. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your registration eligibility, CPR certification, and background check readiness before applying.