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Department

Government of Yukon -> Health & Social Services - Continuing Care

Location

Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type

Auxiliary Reinforcements

End Date

02 June 2028

Full/Part Time

Auxiliary

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 is a 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 posting

This posting is for 2 (two) full time AOC-Reinforcement positions, which are auxiliary-on-call positions with guaranteed full-time hours of work and associated leave and benefits for a period of 2 years.

There is currently 1 (one) vacancy at Copper Ridge Place in Whitehorse and 1 (one) vacancy at Alexander MacDonald Lodge in Dawson City.

It will establish a 12-month eligibility list which may be used to fill similar positions.

Our philosophy

Every action and decision is guided by Continuing Care’s Vision: ‘Exceptional care, honoring your culture and traditions” Mission: “Together, we offer person-centered care that nurtures well-being” and Values: “Connectedness,



Dignity, Equity, Integrity and Respect”

The position contributes to an environment that is inclusive, non-discriminatory, and is physically, psychologically and culturally safe.

Your role

Copper Ridge Place (CRP) in Whitehorse and Alexander McDonald Lodge (AML) in Dawson City provide person-centered care to individuals who need varying levels of care and support with daily living activities. Through responsiveness to each resident’s uniqueness, long-term care staff creates a feeling of home and belonging for all who live there.

You are a clinical leader responsible for coordinating and delivering resident-centered care for individuals with complex health needs. You play a key role in supporting quality of life, maintaining dignity, and ensuring safe, evidence-informed care within a long-term care environment.

As member of the Care team, you will work closely with an interdisciplinary team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care, while providing guidance and support to care staff. This role requires strong clinical judgment, the ability to respond to changing resident needs, and a commitment to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplace culture.

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 Registered Nurse registration with a Canadian registered nursing regulatory authority.
- Recent and relevant clinical nursing experience within the Registered Nurse scope of practice, including assessment, care planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care.

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
- Vulnerable Sector RCMP security clearance
- 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 and weekends)
- Exposure to plants and/or flowers, animals, latex products, second-hand smoke from residents/clients
- Heavy lifting 50 lbs and over and bending

Learn more

- For help on creating your E-recruitment profile, email [email protected] or phone (phone hidden).

Eligibility List

12 months

Post Date

23 April 2026

Close Date

24 July 2026

Job Description

HSS - Registered Nurse.Continuing Care.2014

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📌 Registered Nurse (Downtown Whitehorse)
🏢 Yukon Government
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