Registered Nurse

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Company: Government of Yukon

Location: Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2A9

Description:

Department

Government of Yukon -> Health & Social Services - Complex Care - Whistle Bend

Location

Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type

Permanent

End Date

Full/Part Time

Full-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

75

Classification

NU15

Salary

$107,554.00 - $124,747.00

Union

YEU

Days Off

As Per Rotation

Travel

10%

Admissibility

Open to all Candidates, Preference - Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference - Yukon First Nations ancestry

This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government's goal for a representative public service. For more information on the hiring preference visit www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference.

Job Summary and Requirements

This posting

This posting will be used to fill 1 permanent full-time position working 75 hours bi-weekly. It will establish a 12-month eligibility list which may be used to fill similar positions.

This job is based in the thriving and diverse city of Whitehorse in the beautiful Yukon.

Our philosophy

"Every action and decision is guided by Continuing Care's

Vision: 'Exceptional care, honouring your culture and traditions"

Mission: "Together, we offer person-centred care that nurtures well-being" and

Values: "Connectedness, Dignity, Equity, Integrity and Respect"

Your impact

Wind River Hospice House, is looking for a Registered Nurse to join our health care team providing high quality end-of-life care to Yukoners and their families. Hospice care accepts death as an inevitable part of living and respects a person's right to die with grace and dignity.

Wind River Hospice House is located at Whistle Bend Place long-term care home in Whitehorse. It provides 24 hour end-of-life care to Yukoners in a home-like setting. Wind River Hospice House has 8 beds for stays of approximately 3 months or less, with 2 of those beds for short respite stays of 2-4 weeks focusing on providing a safe environment that places value on quality of life and comfort.

  • For more information on this job, please contact Katie MacPherson, Manager, Yukon Palliative Care Program at 867-667-9368 or Katie.Macphereson@yukon.ca
  • For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Tiara Teresa, HR Consultant at 867-332-7412 or Tiara.Teresa@yukon.ca


Your benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer many additional financial and non-financial benefits.
  • Government of Yukon's many benefits


Your career, your home, your lifestyle

We are the Yukon public service. Every day, we come together to serve the people who live here and make a difference in so many ways. Here, you will find the diverse opportunities you desire to develop your career while enjoying a warm sense of community and vibrant artistic, cultural, and recreational amenities, all set in a spectacular natural environment.

As part of our team, your achievements and enjoyment in both your work and personal life will be valued as you explore the many opportunities the Yukon, and the Government of Yukon, has to offer.

Check out:
  • Yukon Life
  • Working at Yukon government


Important application and job requirements

Essential qualifications

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.
  • Eligible for RN registration with a Canadian RN regulatory authority.
  • Recently applied knowledge of nursing theory, practices & techniques.
  • Experience providing nursing care in a hospice or palliative care setting, preferably within a 24/7 healthcare facility
  • Certification in Hospice Palliative care or additional coursework in palliative care will be an asset.


It may be helpful for you to review "Prepare your resume and cover letter".

Desired knowledge, skills and suitability

If selected for an interview, candidates should have, and may be assessed on, the following:
  • Ability to provide professional care for residents by promoting their physical, emotional and spiritual well-being.
  • Ability to provide leadership, coaching and training to members of the team.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills.
  • Excellent critical thinking, relationship building and conflict management skills.
  • Ability to operate across multiple levels of care and within a transdisciplinary environment.
  • Strong understanding of working with various cultural backgrounds


It may be helpful for you to review "The job interview process".

Conditions of employment

You must meet the following conditions before being hired, or within the time frame noted.
  • TB screening
  • RCMP Vulnerable Sector Check
  • CPR -C with AED
  • WHMIS 2015
  • Current registration with the Yukon Registered Nurses Association.


Job requirements

This job requires you to perform, and/or be exposed to, the following:
  • Shift work (days, evenings, weekends, including stat holidays),
  • Exposure to plants and/or flowers, animals, latex products, second-hand smoke from residents/clients
  • Heavy lifting 50 lbs and over, bending.


Learn more
  • For help on creating your E-recruitment profile, email E-Recruitment.clientsupport@yukon.ca or phone 867-667-9453.


Eligibility List

12 months

Post Date

23 April 2025

Close Date

06 May 2025

Job Description

Job Description - Registered Nurse

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