FAQ

1. What is the salary of a Community Health Nurse (CHN)?

The base salary of a CHN begins at $39.21 /hour (approx.  $76,460 /annum). Therefore, an underfill in the CHN Development program would begin at $35.30 /hour (approx. $68,814 /annum).

2. What about additional benefits?

The Government of the Northwest Territories offers a generous northern allowance and benefits package including full relocation costs. Click here for an overview.  

3. How do I find out about the various communities in the NWT?

A good starting point is to review our community profiles page and links through the various Health and Social Services Authorities.

4. How long will it take to complete the CHN Development Program?

New Graduates can expect to take up to 24 months to complete the program, although independent practice has been achieved in as little as 10 months. 

5. How do I find out about jobs for my spouse?

The Employment Opportunities webpage has a listing of positions available with the Government of the Northwest Territories. Some other resources include www.jobsnorth.ca and www.nnsl.com

6. Are Community Health Nurse jobs unionized?

Yes. The Collective Agreement between the GNWT and the Union of Northern Workers can be found by clicking here. Appendix A10 contains additional provisions related to Health Care Practitioners.

More Questions? Contact our Allied Health Recruitment Unit by emailing hlthss_recruitment@gov.nt.ca