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Licensed Practical Nurse

Whitehorse, Yukon Territory
Mid Level
full_time

Top Benefits

Signing bonus of $4,500
Government of Yukon benefits

About the role

This posting is for multiple full-time Reinforcement positions, which are auxiliary-on-call positions with guaranteed full-time hours of work and associated leave and benefits.

Preference will be given to existing Yukon Government Licensed Practical Nurse auxiliary-on-call employees. 

This posting will also be used for Anticipatory full-time permanent positions 

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

Our philosophy of care is “Every action and decision performed by this position is founded on respect for the residents, for the promotion of their dignity, individual freedom, choice and lifestyle, and meaningful quality living.”

Our facilities include:

Whistle Bend

Copper Ridge

Thomson Centre

Your role

Long Term Care

 provide resident centered care in a way that creates a feeling of home and belonging for all who live in Yukon Continuing Care facilities through responsiveness to the uniqueness of each Resident. The Licensed Practical Nurse uses evidence-based practices, partnerships and innovation.

  • For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Patricia Labuguen, HR Consultant at 867-332-1467 or Patricia.Labuguen@yukon.ca

  • 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 *$4,500 for Licensed Practical Nurse with a required 12-month service agreement.

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

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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 registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse

  • Recently applied knowledge of nursing theory, practices & techniques

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

It may be helpful for you to review 

“The job interview process”

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Conditions of employment

You must meet the following conditions before being hired, or within the time frame noted.

TB screening, RCMP Security Clearance with Vulnerable Sector Check, CPR Level C with AED, WHMIS 2015, and Yukon LPN registration with Medication Administration upon hire. 

Job requirements

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

Shift work, exposure to plants and/or flowers and/or second-hand smoke when supervising residents/clients

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exposure to animals, heavy lifting 50lbs and over, bending, and exposure to latex products.

Learn more

For help on creating your E-recruitment profile, email   E-Recruitment.clientsupport@yukon.ca

or phone 867-667-9453.

About Government of Yukon

Government Administration
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The Yukon public service offers a diversity of career options in a stable work environment. As a Yukon government public servant, you have access to on-the-job learning, leadership courses, interdepartmental training and tuition reimbursement, and the daily opportunity to direct your career path.

As Yukon government public servants, we are able to make a genuine difference in our communities. Every day, we work closely with both the people we serve and with the decision-makers who guide the policies that affect our lives. A career with us allows you to be a part of that process and watch the results of your work come to life in the real world.

Our employment equity policy affirms equal access for women, aboriginal people and people with disabilities to government jobs.

The Yukon government has been recognized as a Top 100 Employer in Canada since 2014. This is due to the benefits, leave options and opportunities for training and career development.