Government of Nunavut Recruitment·Pond Inlet, Nunavut
Provide a full continuum of public health services to community individuals according to program standards. Focus on protecting, restoring, and promoting health while reducing disease and disability incidence.
$117,669 to $133,533 per year, 37.5 hours/week Northern Allowance: $24,535 - $29,149 per year Housing: Subsidized Staff Housing is Available Union Status: Nunavut Employees Union
Open until filled This employment opportunity is open to all applicants The Public Health Nurse (PHN) provides a full continuum of public health services to individuals in the community in accordance with the public health program standards set by the Chief Medical Officer of Health (CMOH). The position exists to protect, restore and promote health and reduce the incidence of disease and disability through health promotion, health protection and disease/injury prevention activities.
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.
Requires a Bachelor Degree of Nursing or a Diploma in Nursing with a Public Health Certificate and at least two years of experience. Candidates must be eligible for registration with RNANTNU and pass a criminal record and vulnerable sector check.
Market context
Public health nurse roles in Nunavut are often in demand because communities rely on nurses for prevention, immunization, maternal-child health, and health promotion across remote settings. These positions are competitive for candidates who already meet registration and screening requirements, can adapt to northern practice, and are comfortable with the listed benefits package, including housing and retention supports. Before applying, confirm RNANTNU eligibility and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time against the original posting.
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