Registered Nurse

Yukon Government; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 108,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Pension

Benefits

Job summary

The Government of Yukon - Justice - Whitehorse Correctional Centre is seeking two permanent, full-time Registered Nurses to join a multidisciplinary team. You will provide primary health care in a correctional setting, with a four-on, four-off schedule and no night shifts.

Ideal candidates have a BScN, active RN registration in Canada, and recent emergency or rural health experience. The salary range includes a $107,554–$124,747 yearly base, plus pension, benefits, a $7,500 signing bonus, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) is required.
• Current RN registration in good standing with a Canadian nursing regulatory authority.
• Recent RN experience in an emergency department or rural community health centre is required.
• Experience in an expanded nursing role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary health care within a correctional setting.
• Manage chronic diseases and coordinate care.
• Provide addiction medicine support and mental health assessments.
• Deliver emergency and urgent care as needed.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team to ensure patient safety.

Skills

Autonomous practice

Clinical judgment

Emergency nursing

Community health nursing

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)

Job description

Government of Yukon -> Justice - Whitehorse Correctional Centre

Location

Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type

Permanent

End Date

Full/Part Time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

75

Classification

NU15

Union

YEU

Days Off

As Per Rotation

Travel

10%

Admissibility

Open to all Candidates, Preference - Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference - Yukon First Nations ancestry

This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service. For more information on the hiring preference visit www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference .

Job Summary and Requirements

This posting will be used to fill 2 full-time Permanent positions working 75 hours bi-weekly. A12-month eligibility list will be established to fill similar positions.

Term and Auxiliary-On-Call (AOC) career opportunities will also be considered.

Annual salary of

$107,554 - $124,747 + Pension + Benefits + $7,500 Signing Bonus + Annual reimbursement for RN registrationfees

Looking for something different than another hospital position?

At the Whitehorse Correctional Centre, experienced Registered Nurses work in a unique healthcare environment where critical thinking, clinical autonomy, and advanced nursing skills are essential. If you're looking for meaningful work, professional challenge, and a lifestyle that includes no night shifts and a four-on, four-off schedule, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

This is not a typical nursing position.

WCC nurses provide primary health care, chronic disease management, addiction medicine support, mental health assessments, and emergency response within a correctional setting. Working under medical directives and as part of a small, collaborative team, our nurses exercise a high degree of clinical judgment, autonomy, and decision-making every day.

If you are an experienced nurse looking for a role that challenges you professionally while offering exceptional work-life balance, we want to hear from you.

Why Consider WCC?

Practice in an expanded nursing role

• Work with significant professional autonomy
• Conduct advanced assessments and clinical decision-making
• Respond to urgent and emergency care situations
• Manage a broad range of acute and chronic health conditions
• Develop expertise in correctional and forensic healthcare

Work-Life Balance

• No night shifts
• 10.75-hour shifts
• Four days on, four days off schedule
• Competitive vacation and leave provisions

Professional Development

• Access ongoing clinical training and certifications
• Training completed during work hours whenever operationally feasible
• Opportunities to expand specialized nursing skills

Join a Strong Team

• Small team environment consisting of a Health Services Manager and four Registered Nurses
• Collaborative and supportive workplace culture
• Opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues
• Opportunity to mentor and preceptor other nursing professionals

Experience Life in the Yukon

Whether you're looking for adventure, professional growth, or a complete lifestyle change, the Yukon offers an experience unlike anywhere else in Canada.

• Short commutes
• Northern lights, mountains, and wilderness at your doorstep
• The opportunity to make a real impact in a unique healthcare setting

The position requires sound clinical judgment, excellent assessment skills, and the ability to respond confidently in fast-paced and unpredictable situations. We provide comprehensive nursing care within a multidisciplinary correctional healthcare team.

You will work with clients presenting a wide range of health needs, including:

• Acute and chronic medical conditions
• Mental health concerns
• Addictions and substance use disorders
• Emergency and urgent care needs

This role is best suited for nurses who are comfortable working independently, confident making clinical decisions, and motivated by meaningful and challenging work.

We're Looking For

Ideal candidates will have experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Community health nursing
• Correctional healthcare

You thrive when:

• Every day is different
• You are trusted to use your professional judgment
• You can work independently while being part of a strong team
• You enjoy solving complex clinical problems
• You remain calm during emergencies and high-pressure situations

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN).
• Current RN registration, in good standing, with a Canadian registered nursing regulatory authority.
• Recent RN experience in an emergency department or rural community health centre is required.
• Recentexperience working in an expanded nursing role.