Nurse Practitioner - Public Health
Job Summary
Job Information
Are you passionate about making a lasting impact on community health? The Public Health Nurse Practitioner (PHNP) is a key clinical leader in delivering holistic, culturally responsive, and evidence-based care to the residents of Yellowknife, N'Dilo, and Dettah. Working with the Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA), you'll provide advanced nursing and primary care services that blend prevention, health promotion, and treatment, improving the health and well-being of individuals, families, and entire communities.
In this vital role, you'll take the lead in disease prevention, outbreak management, and chronic disease care, while fostering partnerships that strengthen northern public health. As an autonomous practitioner, you-ll have the opportunity to use your full scope of practice to assess, diagnose, and manage care, all while mentoring fellow nurses and supporting community outreach and education. The PHNP is instrumental in bridging public health and primary care , promoting recovery, resilience, and health equity across the Northwest Territories.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide advanced health assessments, diagnoses, and treatment within the Nurse Practitioner scope of practice.
- Deliver and evaluate public health programs aimed at preventing and reducing the impact of communicable and chronic diseases.
- Lead case management, disease surveillance, outbreak response, and vaccination programs.
- Provide clinical support across maternal/child health, chronic disease, and sexual health programs.
- Design and implement community-based health promotion and harm reduction strategies.
- Collaborate with individuals, families, and community partners to improve access to preventative and primary care services.
- Mentor and support public health nursing staff, students, and other healthcare professionals.
- Contribute to policy development, quality improvement, and research initiatives within the NTHSSA.
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
This level of knowledge is commonly acquired through the successful completion of a BScN or BN nursing degree program with two (2) years of nursing experience and two (2) years as a Nurse Practitioner in a public health or community health environment, along with active registration and certification as a Nurse Practitioner.
Additional Requirements
- Eligibility for registration with CANNN
- Class 5 driver-s license and a satisfactory criminal records check.
- Ability to obtain and maintain current certifications including:
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
- NWT Immunization Certification
- CPR, WHMIS, Fire/Disaster Training, Hand Hygiene, Infection Control Practices, and Fit Testing
- Breastfeeding Course (20 hours)
Why Join Us
As a member of the NTHSSA team, you-ll make a direct and lasting impact on the health of Northern communities. This role offers a unique opportunity to practice autonomous, community-based nursing in a collaborative and supportive environment while advancing public health and wellness across the Northwest Territories.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
jobsyk@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
Labour Market Supplement
The successful incumbent will receive a $10,000 supplement upon hire and an additional $10,000 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
Term Position
This job opening is for a one (1) year Term.
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 criminal record 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/certification with College and Association of Nurses of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut is mandatory for this position.
For more information on health and social services careers and practicing in the Northwest Territories please visit www.practiceNWT.ca
Driver's License Requirement
A mandatory requirement for this position is a valid Class 5 Driver's License
Diversity and Inclusion
The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.
Eligibility
Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.
Equivalencies
Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID # 27469
Closing Date: February 6, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary range for this position is from $68.30 per hour to $81.59 per hour (approximately $133,185 - $159,101) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700