Yukon Hospital·Whitehorse, Yukon
Provide nursing care for patients by implementing medical investigations and therapeutic programs focused on physical and psycho-social well-being. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to plan and implement nursing best practices.
Regular Full-Time Position - (1.0 FTE)
This position is at the L09 level with an hourly pay range of $49.73 - $66.42
(PIPSC Bargaining Unit)
As a multidisciplinary team member, the incumbent provides nursing care for patients through the administration and implementation of medical investigation and therapeutic programs through the application of knowledge of general nursing, physical health, and psycho-social well-being; provides organization, direction, supervision and collaboration in the planning and implementation of nursing best practices.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: required:
· Knowledge of established practices and procedures of professional nursing care;
· Knowledge of trends and developments in the nursing field;
· Effective interpersonal skills;
· Initiative, good judgment and reliability;
· Advocacy and assertiveness skills;
· Basic computer literacy;
· Ability to teach nursing practices and other relevant clinical skills;
· Ability to develop and implement nursing care/treatment/discharge plans;
· Ability to communicate orally and in writing;
· Cross-cultural awareness and sensitivity.
The successful candidate is required to have a Diploma/Baccalaureate degree in Nursing, a minimum of (1) one year nursing experience or specific online course completion for mental health; be currently registered or able to be licensed with Yukon Registered Nurses Association (YRNA) and have current C.P.R certification. Experience in mental health would be considered an asset.
Closing Date: 4:00pm July 27, 2026
Requires a Diploma or Baccalaureate degree in Nursing and registration with the Yukon Registered Nurses Association. Candidates must have at least one year of nursing experience or specific mental health course completion and current CPR certification.
Market context
Nursing roles in Yukon typically show steady demand because employers need licensed clinicians who can work across varied care settings and, in some assignments, obtain additional territorial licensure. These roles are competitive because candidates must bring an accredited nursing education, a valid license in good standing, and readiness for required experience and credentialing. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and prepare examples of relevant experience before applying.