Registered Nurse - Forensics / Sexual Assault - (68809) Government of Yukon - Health & Social Services - Sexualized Assault Response Team Full/Part Time Standard Hours Bi-weekly Saturday/Sunday Travel Open to all Candidates, Preference - Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference - Yukon First Nations ancestry 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.

Sexualized Assault Response

Team (SART) is responsible for the successful operation of the Yukon’s sexual assault health services.We are a specialized, trauma-informed, team dedicated to supporting individuals impacted by sexual assault with timely, coordinated care. We work collaboratively with a broad network of community partners, including law enforcement, Victim Services, women's transition homes, healthcare providers, First Nations organizations, and other community agencies to ensure survivors receive coordinated, holistic, and timely support. Nurses will join our team of skilled clinicians as advocates, educators, and experts in forensics who provide specialized assessment and treatment.

The Registered

Nurse – Forensics/Sexual Assault is a licensed nurse with specialized training in trauma-informed, medical-forensic care for individuals who have experienced sexual assault or abuse. This role focuses on delivering immediate, compassionate, and patient-centered care while ensuring accurate collection and documentation of forensic evidence.

Responsibilities include providing essential medical care related to the assault, performing evidence collection, and facilitating access to additional support services and resources. In addition to a market-competitive salary, we offer many additional financial and non-financial benefits. We are the Yukon public service.

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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. Currently registered or eligible to be registered with a Canadian registered nursing regulatory authority; Recent experience in nursing practices and techniques preferably in emergency, community, or sexualized health services;

Experience providing nursing care and support to individuals affected by sexualized violence, intimate partner violence, family violence, or other forms of trauma Experience conducting comprehensive nursing assessments, developing care plans, and providing clinical interventions with a high degree of autonomy and professional judgment;

Experience working collaboratively with community and justice sector partners to facilitate coordinated, trauma-informed responses for individuals Experience maintaining accurate clinical documentation and preparing records in accordance with professional, legal, and organizational standards; Knowledge of nursing best practices, standards, and ethical care. Knowledge and experience of Court proceedings and legal procedures. Knowledge of forensic evidence collection and documentation practices.

Ability to provide trauma-informed, victim-centred, and culturally safe care. Self-awareness and understanding of personal bias and its impact on others. Commitment to client service, quality improvement, and professional excellence.

Commitment to cultural safety, inclusivity, and respectful care. You must meet the following conditions before being hired, or within the time frame noted.

Registered

Nurse registration with the Yukon Registered Nurses Association Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence or equivalent or, Health Care Provider AED; Adherence to strict medical and forensic protocols are needed to ensure patient safety and evidence integrity. Shifts included variable and extended hours.

📌 Registered Nurse - Forensics / Sexual Assault (Whitehorse)
🏢 Yukon Government
📍 Whitehorse