Primary Health Care Nurse In Charge

at  Yukon Government

ABOUT US

Community Nursing Branch is committed to excellence in the provision of Primary and Community Health Care throughout Yukon communities and firmly believes in a client-focused service delivery. This work occurs in a very dynamic and evolving environment that constantly strives to improve health services to rural Yukon. Community Nursing is committed to supporting our staff by providing a detailed initial orientation to the role and responsibilities and to the expanded scope of practice knowledge and skills requirements. This is followed by on-going seminars, skills education, workshops and educational support.

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.

• Current registration with a Canadian registered nursing regulatory authority
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
• Extensive experience in the delivery of community health and treatment services in an expanded role within a cross-cultural environment

• Certificate in Northern Clinical Program, Outpost Nursing Program, or recognized equivalent is considered an assetRecent and relevant supervisory experience in a health care facility, demonstrating a skill set that includes responsibility for orientating, supervising, formal performance reviews and management of employees.

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND SUITABILITY

If selected for an interview, candidates should have, and may be assessed on, the following:

• Strong supervisory skills
• Strong knowledge in providing treatment services in an expanded scope of practice
• Strong computer skills and ability to work comfortably in e-health systems.

YOUR ROLE

Working in an expanded scope of practice, you will assist individuals and families to achieve and maintain optimal health through the provision of primary care and emergency treatment services, health education/promotion activities, and disease prevention. This work occurs in a very dynamic and evolving environment that constantly strives to improve health services to the community. Reporting to the Community Nursing Manager, the Primary Health Care Nurse-in-Charge practices in an expanded nursing role while being responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the Health Centre. Regular duties include: administering activities and supervising staff; direct provision of primary health care and emergency care; planning, developing, implementing and evaluating public health programs, education and activities; and performing other related duties which contribute to the optimal functioning of the unit.
You require knowledge and skills in assessment, diagnosis and treatment to deliver services in settings where there is minimal or no access to physician and allied support services such as lab, X-ray and pharmacy. As the Health Centre team leader and supervisor, you will collaborate and work effectively with clients, health professionals, agencies, and the community while employing cultural competence in the provision of primary health care services and programs. You will balance administrative duties with providing direct patient care both during clinic regular hours and as part of the after-hours rotational emergency-on-call schedule.

Because we believe health care positions play a critical role in the lives of Yukoners, we also offer:

• $7,500 signing bonus, for newly hired nurses
• yearly reimbursement for licensing fees
• retention allowances and community allowances
• As an added benefit, nurses, nurse practitioners and LPNs who work and live in the Yukon may be eligible for increased student loan forgiveness. Check out the details here