Primary Care Registered Nurse (NU-CHN-03 - Community Health Nurse)

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• Indigenous Services Canada / Services aux Autochtones Canada (2)

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Primary Care Registered Nurse (NU-CHN-03 – Community Health Nurse)

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Indigenous Services Canada

Regional Delivery Sector

SPN:

26-DIS-NCR-EA-671018

Closing date:

April 30th, 2027

Primary Care Registered Nurse (NU-CHN-03 – Community Health Nurse)

POSITIONS LOCATED ARE IN REMOTE AND/OR ISOLATED COMMUNITIES IN

ALBERTA, MANITOBA, ONTARIO, AND QUEBEC

• NU-CHN-03 – a full-time base annual salary of $95,896 to $109,001 (plus applicable allowances).
• Part-time salary and allowances are prorated based on scheduled hours and work location.
• Who can apply: Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.
• For further information on the organization, please visit Indigenous Services Canada (canada.ca) and Nursing careers (sac-isc.gc.ca)

About Us

Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) works collaboratively with partners to improve access to high quality services for First Nations, Inuit and Métis. Our vision is to support and empower Indigenous peoples to independently deliver services and address the socio-economic conditions in their communities.

What We Offer

With ISC, your work becomes your inspiration. ISC nurses face a unique set of challenges, meaning every day is a new opportunity to grow personally and professionally. As an ISC nurse, you will immerse yourself in a First Nations community where the relationships you build and the connections you make will last a lifetime. As an integral part of the team, you will carry out a full scope of practice and provide a broad range of services unique to northern nursing with ISC. You will work alongside a talented team of nurses, other health professionals, and community members dedicated to delivering quality care in a culturally safe way.

Come for the experience. Stay for the people. Enjoy the rewards.

Important Messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received about accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation (canada.ca)

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to create an inventory of nurses who may be considered for current and future positions at Indigenous Services Canada across various locations, with different tenures and language requirements.

Duties

Community Health Nurses deliver comprehensive community health services to remote and/or isolated First Nations communities in Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario and Quebec. They apply in-depth nursing knowledge, advanced clinical judgment, and strong clinical assessment skills to provide safe, effective care across the lifespan. Community Health Nurses conduct detailed health assessments, identify early signs of deterioration, and make timely, evidence-informed decisions in environments with limited on-site resources. They provide consultation, direct clinical practice, leadership, and support knowledge transfer through health promotion and disease prevention activities.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS (Required for the Job)

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following:

Occupational Certification

• Eligibility* for registration as a Registered Nurse in a province or territory of Canada.

*Eligibility is defined as a candidate having met all academic and occupational requirements, including those with respect to degrees, examinations, and experience, without having to have obtained or maintained actual registration, certification or membership in a professional association.

Essential Experience

• Recent* and Significant** experience as a Registered Nurse (RN) in one or more of the following areas***:
• Acute Care
• Urgent Care
• Emergency Care
• Intensive Care
• Recent* is defined as within the last five (5) years.
• Significant** is defined as at least two (2) years of combined full-time equivalent experience with the candidate performing complex activities related to this task

***Each Region may prioritize one or more of these essential experience areas for screening and/or appointment purposes depending on operational needs.

Competencies

• Communication (written)
• Your application is being used to assess written communication.
• The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (REQUIRED FOR THE JOB)

Competencies

• All information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate the candidates on the below competencies:
• Demonstrating Integrity and Respect for Diversity including the capacity to provide culturally safe care
• Thinking Things Through (Critical thinking)
• Working Effectively with Others
• Showing Initiative and Being Action-Oriented
• Adaptability
• Communication (oral)

Official Language Proficiency

• Various language requirements depending on the position being staffed.
• English Essential;
• Bilingual Imperative (Bilingual positions only available in Quebec) (BBB/BBB).
• Second Language Evaluations will be completed in your second official language.

Conditions of Employment

• Reliability Status Security Clearance.
• Valid driver's license or personal mobility to a degree normally associated with the possession of a driver's license.
• Medical Clearance Requirement: Nurses working in remote and isolated First Nations communities must meet specific medical requirements to ensure they can safely perform the physical and psychological demands of the role. A medical clearance confirms they are fit to work in environments with limited resources, high acuity situations, and frequent emergency response. This assessment helps protect both the nurse and the community by ensuring they can safely carry out all required duties.
• Due to the urgent need to staff nursing stations, new employees may begin work with a Category 1 Personal Health Declaration. However, all employees