Nurse Practitioner

Government of Yukon; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental health agency in Yukon is hiring a Nurse Practitioner to join their team in Whitehorse. The ideal candidate will provide person-centred, trauma-informed care for individuals dealing with mental health and substance use challenges. Responsibilities include clinical assessments, collaborating with various healthcare professionals, and supporting Opioid Treatment Services. Applicants must be registered or eligible for registration with the Yukon Registered Nurses Association. Competitive salary and various benefits are offered.

Benefits

Reimbursement for exam fees

Yearly reimbursement for licensing fees

Potential signing bonus up to $7,500

Increased student loan forgiveness opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered or eligible to be registered as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Knowledge of mental health and substance use challenges.
• Demonstrated application of Nurse Practitioner theory and clinical techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed care and assessments.
• Support Opioid Treatment Services.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Developing strong relationships with multidisciplinary teams

Excellent critical thinking

Decision-making skills

Ability to provide trauma-informed care

Ability to research current literature

Education

Registered Nurse Practitioner

Tools

Electronic medical records

Job description

Job Summary And Requirements

This posting will be used to fill 1 permanent full-time position working 75 bi-weekly. It will establish a 12-month eligibility list that may be used to fill similar positions. This job is based in the thriving and diverse city of Whitehorse in the beautiful Yukon.

Who We Are

The Referred Care Clinic (RCC) is a primary care clinic for vulnerable adults with unstable mental health and/or substance use disorders. It operates alongside opioid treatment services, supporting residents who seek help in managing their opioid use. The RCC is a multidisciplinary team composed of outreach support workers, outreach licensed practical nurses, registered nurses, nurse practitioners, physicians, social workers and medical office assistants. The clinic is embedded within the Mental Wellness and Substance Use Services (MWSU) branch of government and works closely with the Withdrawal Management program.

Your role

As a Nurse Practitioner, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing high-quality person-centred and trauma-informed care to people seeking primary care and opioid treatment from MWSU. You will use your clinical expertise and understanding of theory to provide advanced assessments that guide treatment and improve health outcomes. The role also supports Opioid Treatment Services and may involve professional training to provide opioid agonist therapy when indicated.

• For more information on this job, please contact Tyler Bowman, Supervisor, RCC/OTSC (Referred Care Clinic/Opioid Treatment Services Clinic) at 867-332-3650 or [e-mail]
• For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Jaime Strachan, HR Consultant at 867-332-5768 or [e-mail]

Your Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer many financial and non-financial benefits.

• Government of Yukon’s many benefits

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

• Reimbursement of exam fees for new position graduates
• Yearly reimbursement for licensing fees
• New positions may also be eligible for a signing bonus up to $7,500
• 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.

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 diverse opportunities 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 have to offer.

Check Out

• Yukon Life
• Working at Yukon government

Important Application And Job Requirements

Essential qualifications

• Registered or eligible to be registered as a Nurse Practitioner and in good standing with the Yukon Registered Nurses Association
• Demonstrated application of Nurse Practitioner theory, principles, and clinical techniques, ideally through work experience
• Knowledge of and experience working with individuals with mental health and substance use related challenges

It may be helpful for you to review "Prepare your resume and cover letter".

Desired Knowledge, Skills And Suitability

• Developing strong relationships with multidisciplinary teams to influence collaborative goals
• Ability to provide leadership as a clinical expert/resource to provide quality care and service delivery
• Strong understanding of ethics and confidentiality in practice
• Ability to research current literature and integrate new evidence-based principles into nursing practice as appropriate
• Knowledge of trauma and its relationship with substance use; ability to provide trauma-informed care
• Ability to recognize the importance of self-care
• Ability to provide person-centred care that focuses on improving outcomes
• Excellent critical thinking and decision-making skills, with the ability to solve complex problems
• Proficiency and comfort working with electronic medical records and other digital systems, including computer-based charting and documentation
• Ability to assess and manage both acute health concerns and chronic disease in a primary care setting

It may be helpful for you to review "The job interview process".

Conditions of employment

• Current Nurse Practitioner registration in good standing with the Yukon Registered Nurses Association
• RCMP Security Clearance with Vulnerable Sector
• TB screening
• CPR Level HCP
• Valid Class 5 Drivers Licence or equivalent

Job Requirements

• Potential exposure to upset and verbally/physically abusive clients
• Exposure to infectious materials (e.g., bodily fluids)
• Periodical travel outside Yukon for conferences, meetings, or other professional development
• Occasional travel for patient home visits or pop-up clinics at other community locations
• Extended periods looking at a computer screen
• Regular and extended use of computers for electronic medical record (EMR) documentation, clinical information systems, and other digital programs required for service delivery

Learn more

• For help on creating your E-recruitment profile, email [e-mail] or phone [phone]

Eligibility List

12 months