Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Emergency Department
Yellowknife, NWT Contract July 25, 2025 Compensation: $80/hourCareer Description:
We are seeking experienced Emergency Department Registered Nurses to support a well-established healthcare facility in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories. This is a contract assignment offering a unique opportunity to provide critical care services in a high-acuity setting while enjoying the beauty and culture of Northern Canada.
What will you be doing?
- Provide emergency nursing care in a 15-room Emergency Department, including 2 trauma rooms and 3 rapid assessment chairs
- Maintain a patient load of approximately 3–4 patients per nurse
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians available 24/7, as well as onsite and on-call radiology, lab, and respiratory therapy services
- Assess, triage, and stabilize patients in urgent and emergent situations
- Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to quality patient outcomes
Must Haves:
- Current RN license in good standing
- CANNN certification is required (those with a pending license may be considered for review but cannot be confirmed until licensing is complete)
- Minimum 1–2 years of recent Emergency Department experience preferred
- Excellent clinical judgment, adaptability, and communication skills
- Willingness to work in a remote Northern community
Why work for this client?
- Competitive compensation
- Travel and accommodation assistance
- Dedicated recruiter support
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment
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Career Overview
- Job ID: JOB-837
- Posted Date: July 25, 2025
- Location: Yellowknife, NWT
- Compensation: $80/hour
- Type: Contract