Home Care Nurse

Description

AMENDMENT - Closing date has been extended to December 8, 2025

This posting

This posting will be used to fill 1 (one) permanent full-time position working 75 hours bi-weekly.  It will establish a 12-month eligibility list which may be used to fill similar positions.  

This job is based in the community of Watson Lake in the beautiful Yukon.

 

Our philosophy

Every action and decision is guided by Continuing Care's Vision: 'Exceptional care, honoring your culture and traditions" Mission: "Together, we offer person-centered care that nurtures well-being" and Values: "Connectedness, Dignity, Equity, Integrity and Respect"

The position contributes to an environment that is inclusive, non-discriminatory, and is physically, psychologically and culturally safe. 

Who we are 

The Government of Yukon's Continuing Care division is known for its exceptional standards, providing clients with the highest level of care and a healthy workplace for staff. The services offered are among the best in Canada, and Yukon's long-term care homes ranked second in a recent report issued by the National Institute on Ageing. Continuing Care's mission is to provide comprehensive care and services, including long-term care, home care, and regional therapy services, to the people of the Yukon. Watson Lake Home Care provides client-centred services in client's homes to support them as they age in place.

Your role

Responsible for the professional nursing care for Home Care clients in Watson Lake, the Home Care Nurse-Home Support Supervisor coordinates client care and collaborates with other Home Care staff (ie. Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists) and community partners, including Liard First Nation. This position involves care coordination for Home Care clients in Watson Lake and surrounding area, including long-term care admissions and hospital discharges. This role requires a Registered Nurse with excellent assessment skills and a passion for community practice. As a supervisor to full-time and on-call home support workers, this position is responsible for recruiting, training, supporting and scheduling staff as they work in clients' homes as part of the home support program.

For more information on this job, please contact Alicia McDougall, Quality Improvement and Assurance Project Lead at or For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Leah Berman, HR Consultant at or 

Your benefits

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

Government of Yukon's many benefits

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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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 Registered Nurse registration with a Canadian registered nursing regulatory authorityRecently applied knowledge of nursing theory, practices, and techniques, gained through direct experience providing care to seniors, adults, and/or children, preferably in a home care settingTeam leader and/or supervisory experience

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 client by promoting their physical, emotional and spiritual well-beingAbility to provide leadership, coaching and training to members of the teamExcellent critical thinking, relationship building and conflict management skillsStrong understanding of working with various cultural backgrounds

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

Conditions of employment 

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

TB screeningVulnerable Sector RCMP security clearanceCPR Level C with AED (completed within the last 30 months)Transportation Dangerous Goods (completed within the last 30 months)WHMIS 2015Valid class 5 Drivers LicenseCurrent registration with the Yukon Registered Nurses Association

Job requirements

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

Exposure to animals, latex products, second hand smoke from residentsHeavy lifting and bendingTravel in adverse weather conditions may be required

Learn more

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