Nurse Staffing / Nunavut & Northwest Territories

Nurse Staffing in Nunavut & Northwest Territories

We place registered nurses, licensed practical nurses and care aides with hospitals, care homes and home-care providers in Iqaluit, Yellowknife and Rankin Inlet, and in communities across Nunavut & Northwest Territories.

Nurse pay rates in Nunavut & Northwest Territories

Hourly rates from our current Nunavut & Northwest Territories openings. Rates vary by facility, shift and contract length.

Registered Nurse

$68/hr

plus $8 per diem

Getting licensed in Nunavut & Northwest Territories

Nurses working in Nunavut & Northwest Territories must be registered with College of Nurses of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut (CNNN, formerly CANNN). You'll typically need:

  • Canadian RN License or equivalent (for CANNN)
  • Canadian LPN License or equivalent (for CANNN)
  • English Language Proficiency (IELTS 7.0 or CELBAN 7.0)
  • Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening
  • Proof of Identity
  • Professional Liability Insurance
Full Nunavut & Northwest Territories licensing guide →

Frequently asked questions

How much do nurses make with Elite Intellicare in Nunavut & Northwest Territories?

Based on our current openings in Nunavut & Northwest Territories: Registered Nurse $68/hr plus $8 per diem. Rates depend on the facility, shift and contract.

What licence do I need to work as a nurse in Nunavut & Northwest Territories?

Nurses must be registered with College of Nurses of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut (CNNN, formerly CANNN). Requirements include: Canadian RN License or equivalent (for CANNN); Canadian LPN License or equivalent (for CANNN); English Language Proficiency (IELTS 7.0 or CELBAN 7.0); Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening; Proof of Identity; Professional Liability Insurance. Our team can help you through the registration process.

Can Elite Intellicare provide nurses for my facility in Nunavut & Northwest Territories?

Yes. We place registered nurses, licensed practical nurses and care aides with hospitals, care homes and home-care providers in Nunavut & Northwest Territories on casual, contract and permanent terms. Call (431)-244-0205 or email hr@eliteis.ca.

How do I apply?

Choose an open role on this page and apply online, or send us your résumé and we will contact you when a matching role opens.