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Licensed Practical Nurse
Continuing Care Branch
Department of Health & Social Services
Competition Number : 09-IS11UF-01
Closing Date 5:00pm : Until Filled
Salary : $53,635 to $61,754 per annum

Continuing Care’s philosophy is “We are a community that respects and promotes dignity, individual freedom, choice, and lifestyle, and meaningful quality living. We continually strive to create a feeling of home and belonging for all who live here by being responsive to the uniqueness of each resident”

We invite you to be a part of this diverse and rewarding work experience in intermediate and extended care.  Our client population ranges from children to seniors to palliative care and collaborative, team focused individuals are essential to the well-being of our residents and the success of our programs.  Our newest team members will possess strong leadership skills, enthusiasm and a passion for client care.  The ability to foster positive relationships by way of your excellent communication skills as well as the ability to effectively problem-solve both independently as well as part of a transdisciplinary team, are essential. 

If this sounds like a fit for you, please submit your resume clearly demonstrating the qualifications below as selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide.

• Certification as a Licensed Practical Nurse, Registered Practical Nurse, Certified Nursing Assistant or other  
  recognized licensed nursing assistant title
• Experience and knowledge of nursing practices and techniques normally acquired through work 
  experience, preferably in a long-term care environment.

Condition(s) of Employment: Current Yukon L.P.N. certification with Medication Administration, TB testing; RCMP security clearance; and CPR Level “C”.

Job Requirements(s): Exposure to animals in the Pet Therapy Program, shift work, a high level of heavy lifting, and exposure to latex products.

For more information about this posting, please contact Laura Miller-Goodall, (867)667-8381.

Quoting the competition number, please submit your resume/application to:  Human Resources, Department of Health and Social Services, Box 2703, 2090 A - 2nd Avenue, Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 2C6.  Telephone: (867)667-3418 Fax: (867)667-6900 or e-mail your resume to Laura.Miller-Goodall@gov.yk.ca

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Contact Us

Corporate Human
Resource Services

Public Service Commission
Government of Yukon
Box 2703
Whitehorse, Yukon
Canada Y1A 2C6

Phone: (867) 667-5653
Toll free (In Yukon):
1-800-661-0408, local 5653
Fax: (867) 667-5755

Email: resume@gov.yk.ca