Territorial Manager, Acute Care (1-Year Term)

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Department Information

The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut.  Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.

Job Information

This position is specifically responsible for strategic planning and monitoring for the following programs under this portfolio:

Acute Care Services: In-Patient (Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics); Obstetrical; Peri-Operative; Critical Care (Emergency and Intensive Care)

Pharmacy Services: Medication Management

Ambulatory Care: Renal Dialysis Program; IV Therapy Program

The integrated service delivery model requires that these services are delivered in the context of a wider range of health and social services.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge and ability to use a variety of intervention and prevention methods and determine which method is most appropriate at any given time.

Ability to apply creative and innovative approaches to policies and health to meet territorial needs.

Knowledge of administrative policies and practices to territorial systems.

Knowledge of CNA Nursing Code of Ethics and CNNN Standards.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Baccalaureate in Nursing plus five (5) years of management and supervisory experience and 5 years' experience in a clinical health care setting. Must be eligible for registration with CNNN

EQUIVALENCIES

Master's Degree in Nursing plus four (4) years of management and supervisory experience and four (4) years' experience in a clinical health care setting. Must be eligible for registration with CNNN

All other equivalencies will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

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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

[email protected]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

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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 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 with CANNN 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

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 #28203

Closing Date: September 10, 2026- 23:59, Mountain Time

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is from $65.25 per hour to $77.95 per hour (approximately $127,238 - $152,003) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.

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