This Job Opening is limited to employees with the GNWT/WSCC in indeterminate and term positions.

Employees must apply through HRIS / Employee Self-Service. For instructions please see:

https://www.gov.nt.ca/careers/en/submit-application-gnwt-employee

The Department of Health and Social Services works under the direction of the Minister and Deputy Minister, in partnership with the Health and Social Services Authorities, to support the health and wellbeing of people across the NWT through planning, development, evaluation and reporting on program and service delivery.  

HSS is committed to the development and provision of quality services in such a way as to make the best use of public resources, ensure the sustainability of the system, focus on client safety and best practices and promote positive health and social outcomes. HSS strives to continually improve the health and social service system to ensure best health, best care, and a better future for the people of the NWT.

Reporting to the Manager interRAI Implementation, the Senior Nursing Consultant -Home Care-interRAI provides expert advice and makes recommendations to the Deputy Minister and the Minister of Health and Social Services on matters related to the design, delivery and utilization of home and community care services, including palliative care. Using sound planning, monitoring and evaluation techniques the incumbent ensures that home and community care programs and services are designed and delivered effectively, efficiently and meet the needs of NWT residents.

The Senior nursing Consultant, Home Care- interRAI is accountable for conducting ongoing quality assurance reviews of the Authority's Home Care Programs in order to monitor compliance with established Department of Health and Social Services standards, and best practice research and evidence; and to identify areas for improvement. The application of standards and monitoring mechanisms are critical to ensure that the programs are operating according to national and territorial standards and best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducts planning, monitoring, implementation and/or refinement of territorial wide home and community care services to ensure the services meet national quality standards and are delivered in the most effective and efficient manner.
• Ensures that departmental strategies are met through effective placement, coordination, rationalization, and training for home care services in the NWT.
• Provides Clinical Nursing Advice and Support for end users of the interRAI System.
• Facilitates Seniors Nursing Leadership Input to interRAI Application Functionalities and Reporting Requirements.
• Ensures appropriate training and education is provided to users of the interRAI assessment and Clinical Information System as required.
• Works in collaboration with Nursing Leadership to revise home and community care policies and ensures alignment with interRAI Home Care Assessments.
• To maintain clinical competence and expertise the incumbent may be assigned assignments to short term clinical rotations at health facilities in clinical roles consistent with the incumbent's knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Supports the division, directorate and/or the Minister using expertise and investigating and/or addressing issues, developing correspondence, writing briefing notes, developing submissions or position papers.

Key Qualifications:

• A Bachelor of Science Degree with specialization in nursing, with advanced education in health administration, health research or policy development; and 5 years' experience in the primary community care and/or home care services field. This position must hold a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in a Canadian jurisdiction and be eligible for licensing as a Registered Nurse in the Northwest Territories. Previous experience with implementation of e-health projects would be an asset.
• Equivalencies can include :
  • A Master of Nursing (MN) or Master of Science in Nursing (MScN); and 3 years' experience in the primary community care and/or home care services field. The candidate must hold a current licence to practise as an RN or NP in a Canadian jurisdiction and be eligible for licensing in the Northwest Territories. Previous experience with implementation of e-health projects would be an asset.

The GNWT offers a competitive salary, an annual northern living allowance, a generous defined benefit pension plan, and health/dental benefits in addition to relocation assistance.  For more information about living and working in the Northwest Territories please visit our benefits page or NWT Tourism.

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.