Who we are

Community Nursing provides programming designed to meet the unique needs of Yukon communities. We are recognized for our commitment to excellence in the provision of rural and remote, primary and public health services throughout Yukon, including 24/7 emergency care.

The Community Nursing team is a group of high-performing, compassionate people dedicated to serving with respect and purpose. We seek to foster relationships with Indigenous Peoples and collaborate with First Nations’ leadership to continually improve population health status in Yukon communities. We are committed to the ongoing development of our team, and are recognized for our formal mentorship program designed to prepare and support nurses who serve rural communities in an expanded scope of practice.

Who we are looking for

As the Manager Clinical Practice and Quality Improvement, you will form an integral part of our collaborative leadership team. You will be responsible for managing the development, implementation, and monitoring of clinical practice training and structured orientation. Monitor trends and risks, identifying gaps and recommendations for new clinical policy. Conducting on-going evaluation and improvement of Community Nursing education and training programs and processes to support excellence in the delivery of client services. The position is responsible for developing, implementing, monitoring and reporting on quality assurance and improvement activities in areas of responsibility. Providing clinical expertise to program staff and peer managers, you will collaborate to understand the needs of the communities we serve while ensuring the operational requirements of the branch are met. You will be responsible for managing expenditures, identifying budgetary requirements, and creating/sustaining a healthy work environment.

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. 

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·       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 Registered Nurse registration with a Canadian registered nursing regulatory authority

·       Experience as a Nurse Practitioner in Primary Health Care Nursing or as a Registered Nurse within an expanded role in rural and remote areas

·       Experience or formal training in quality improvement processes

·       Significant management and supervisory experience

·       Experience developing education resources for adult learners, standards, policies and protocols

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: 

Candidates will be expected to demonstrate their competence according to the standards set within the Yukon Government Core Competency Framework.

This competition will specifically focus on, but not limit itself to, the following competencies:

·       Modeling Interpersonal Skills and Personal Responsibility

·       Developing People

·       Influencing Others

·       Thinking Strategically

·       Taking Action and Achieving Results

·       Leading Change and Innovation

·       Demonstrating Client Focus

·       Promoting Common Values and Ethics

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.

Security Clearance, Valid Yukon Class 5 Driver’s Licence or equivalent, Yukon Registered Nursing Association registration in good standing.

Job requirements

This job requires you to perform, and/or be exposed to, the following:

Willingness and ability to travel throughout Yukon by air and road. Rotational after-hours emergency coverage by phone.