Whitehorse, YT 

Requisition: # 58700

Salary: $112,278 - $130,288 per annum 

Closing date: Monday, March 31, 2025 

This posting

This posting will be used to fill one (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 open to all candidates. Preference will be given to individuals of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, specifically Yukon First Nations ancestry. 

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

Our philosophy

Every action and decision are 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”.

Our facilities include:

• Whistle Bend
• Copper Ridge
• Thomson Centre This opportunity

  The RN Supervisor work in collaboration with all Program Managers and is part of the leadership team in a trans- disciplinary setting. This role is responsible for overseeing the operations of Continuing Care Facilities during their assigned shifts including providing professional nursing care to facility residents and managing medical emergencies, managing/supervising the trans-disciplinary care team, and overseeing building security and emergency procedures as needed.

  For more information on the recruitment process, please contact Tiara Teresa at Tiara.Teresa@yukon.ca or (867) 332-7412.

  *Please do not email resume to email addresses above; resumes may only be accepted through E-Recruitment*

  Your benefits

  In addition to a competitive salary, we offer many additional financial and non-financial benefits.

  Government of Yukon’s many benefits We believe that nurses play a critical role in our health care system, and we offer a signing bonus of *$7500 for Registered Nurses. We also offer reimbursement of exam fees for new nursing graduates and yearly reimbursement for licencing fees.

  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.

  Current registration with a Canadian registered nursing regulatory authority.

• Recently applied knowledge of nursing theory, practices & techniques normally acquired through work experience while working with seniors, adults and/or children, preferably in a long-term care environment.
• Recent experience in a Supervisory role that has provided supervision, performance management, and performance evaluations. 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:

  Dedicated to providing the highest standard of resident care by way of your excellent clinical and assessment skills and your genuine desire to work with residents in long term care.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to work with and lead a variety of disciplines in a team atmosphere.
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict management skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills. 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.

• Vulnerable Sector RCMP security clearance.
• CPR Level HCP (completed within last 18 months) Food Safe level 1.
• Transportation Dangerous Goods WHMIS 2015.
• Valid class 5 Drivers License.
• 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

• Exposure to animals, latex products, second hand smoke from residents.
• Heavy lifting and bending. Learn more

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

  How to Apply 

  To apply for the position of RN Supervisor, and for full details on the requirements of the role, please visit: https://yukongovernment.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/58696.    

  This is an until-filled competition. Candidates are encouraged not to delay submitting their application as this posting can close at any time after 10 business days with 24-hour posted notice. Resumes will be screened at regular intervals until the position is filled or the competition closes, whichever is earliest. 

  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 the Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service.  

  For more information on the hiring preference visit www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference.