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Licensed Practical Nurse
@ YG
Whitehorse, Yukon
Overview
Yukon Government is hiring multiple one-year full-time Licensed Practical Nurse reinforcement positions in Whitehorse, with guaranteed full-time hours, leave and benefits. The role provides resident-centred long-term care at Whistle Bend, Copper Ridge and Thomson Centre, using evidence-based practice and transdisciplinary teamwork. The posting also establishes a 12-month eligibility list for anticipatory permanent positions and offers a $4,500 signing bonus with a 12-month service agreement.
Responsibilities:
- Provide resident-centred care in long-term care facilities
- Administer medications in a clinical setting
- Support residents' physical, emotional and spiritual well-being
- Lead, coach and train team members
- Work within a transdisciplinary team across levels of care
Requirements summary:
- Eligible for Licensed Practical Nurse registration
- Recent nursing and medication administration experience
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Critical thinking and conflict management skills
- TB screening, security clearance and CPR/WHMIS on hire
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- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-02
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-02
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Nursing & personal care |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Care home, Hospital or clinic |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · lift 50 lb · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Licensed Practical Nurse registration, CPR Level C with AED, WHMIS 2015, TB screening |
| Background checks | vulnerable sector |
| Security clearance | Reliability status |
| Perks mentioned | Signing bonus, Performance bonus |
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This posting is for multiple one-year full-time Reinforcement positions. These are Auxiliary-On-Call roles that provide guaranteed full-time hours, along with associated leave and benefits.
Preference will be given to existing Yukon Government Licensed Practical Nurse auxiliary-on-call employees.
This posting will also be used for Anticipatory full-time permanent positions. It will establish a12-month eligibility list which may be used to fill similar positions.
This job is based in the thriving and diverse city of Whitehorse in the beautiful Yukon.
Our philosophy
Our philosophy of care is “Every action and decision performed by this position is founded on respect for the residents, for the promotion of their dignity, individual freedom, choice and lifestyle, and meaningful quality living.”
Our facilities include:
Your role
Long Term Care provide resident centered care in a way that creates a feeling of home and belonging for all who live in Yukon Continuing Care facilities through responsiveness to the uniqueness of each Resident. The Licensed Practical Nurse uses evidence-based practices, partnerships and innovation.
- For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Pat Labuguen, HR Consultant at 867-332-1467 or [email protected]
- Please do not email resume to email addresses above; resumes may only be accepted through E-Recruitment.
Your benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer many additional financial and non-financial benefits.
- Government of Yukon’s many benefits
- Canada Student Loan Forgiveness - Canada.ca Federal government recently announced the expansion of its student loan repayment program
We believe that nurses play a critical role in our health care system, and we offer a signing bonus of *$4,500 for Licensed Practical Nurse with a required 12-month service agreement.
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; ensure you use a month/year to month/year format and include the duties you performed in each of your positions.
- Eligible for registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse
- Recently applied knowledge of nursing theory, practices & techniques
- Recently applied knowledge and experience in medication administration in a clinical setting
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 residents by promoting their physical, emotional and spiritual well-being
- Ability to provide leadership, coaching and training to members of the team
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent critical thinking, relationship building and conflict management skills
- Ability to operate across multiple levels of care and within a transdisciplinary environment
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 screening, RCMP Security Clearance with Vulnerable Sector Check, CPR Level C with AED, WHMIS 2015, and Yukon LPN registration with Medication Administration upon hire.
Job requirements
This job requires you to perform, and/or be exposed to, the following:
Shift work, exposure to plants and/or flowers and/or second-hand smoke when supervising residents/clients, exposure to animals, heavy lifting 50lbs and over, bending, and exposure to latex products.
Learn more
For help on creating your E-recruitment profile, email [email protected]or phone 867-667-9453.
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