Government of Nunavut Recruitment·Iqaluit, Nunavut
The Registered Nurse provides comprehensive care to surgical patients throughout the perioperative experience. This includes collaborating with the healthcare team to address physiological, psychological, and socio-cultural needs to maintain optimal patient health.
$108,741 to $123,413 per year, 37.5 hours/week Northern Allowance: $16,328 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 full time and permanent positions, 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 Registered Nurse (RN) OR/ /RR/Day Surgery/CSR is a member of the surgical team that focuses on identifying and meeting the individual needs of the surgical patients throughout the perioperative experience. The Registered Nurse provides excellent care to the surgical population using critical thinking skills guided by the Perioperative Standards through the Operating Room Nurses Association of Canada (ORNAC) Standards, Guidelines and Position Statements. Working in collaboration with the health care team, the Registered Nurse OR/ RR/Day Surgery/ CSR uses basic and expanded nursing knowledge to address the physiological, psychological, socio-cultural and spiritual responses of the patient of the surgical event, with the objective of maintaining or regaining optimal patient health.
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 Degree or Diploma in Nursing, eligibility for CANNN registration, and at least two years of acute care experience with one year in an Operating Room. Current CPR certification is mandatory, and a clear Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check are required.
Market context
Nursing positions in Nunavut often draw steady interest because remote and acute-care settings can be difficult to staff, especially when Operating Room experience is required. This role is competitive because it asks for a nursing credential, CANNN registration eligibility, current CPR, and a clear background check, while also offering subsidized housing and retention-focused incentives. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your OR experience and registration readiness before applying.
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