Registered Nurses and
Licensed Practical Nurses
in the NWT
Registered Nurses
Nurses work in an expanded role in the North's integrated primary health care system, working as community health nurses, public health nurses, home care nurses, and hospital nurses. Work settings vary from remote community health centres to public health units and secondary and tertiary hospitals. Most nurses are employed by local and regional health and social services authorities.
For information on registration requirements, please visit the Registered Nurses Association of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut website, http://www.rnantnu.ca.
Licensed Practical Nurses
The licensed practical nurse (LPN) gives comprehensive practical nursing to patients and participates as a member of the health care team under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician.
The duties of a licensed practical nurse include:
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observing patients' physical and emotional response to illness;
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observing patient's vital signs;
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providing basic nursing care and treatment; and
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providing a safe and comfortable environment for patients.
For information on registration requirements, please click here.
The Government of the Northwest Territories offers competitive salaries, and all positions include a generous Northern Living Allowance and benefits package including full relocation costs.
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Last Updated: November 07, 2006 |
