Manager - Clinical Practice and Quality Improvement - Jobs in Whitehorse, YT

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Government of Yukon -> Health & Social Services – Community Nursing NorthLocation: Whitehorse, YTRequisition: #33005Salary: $104,576 - $143,619 per annumClosing date: January 26, 2022This 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.This posting is to staff one (1) full-time, permanent position, working 75 hours bi-weekly, in Whitehorse.Community Nursing provides programming designed to meet the unique needs of Yukon communities. We are recognized for our commitment to excellence in the provision of rural and remote, primary and public health services throughout the Yukon, including 24/7 emergency care.The Community Nursing team is a group of high-performing, compassionate people dedicated to serving with respect and purpose. We seek to foster relationships with Indigenous Peoples and collaborate with First Nations’ leadership to continually improve population health status in Yukon communities. We are committed to the ongoing development of our team, and are recognized for our formal mentorship program designed to prepare and support nurses who serve rural communities in an expanded scope of practice.As the Manager – Clinical Practice and Quality Improvement, you will form an integral part of our collaborative leadership team. You will be responsible for managing the development, implementation, and monitoring of clinical practice training and structured orientation. Monitor trends and risks, identifying gaps and making recommendations for new clinical policy. Conduct on-going evaluation and improvement of Community Nursing education and training programs and processes to support excellence in the delivery of client services. The position involves responsibility for developing, implementing, monitoring, and reporting on quality assurance and improvement activities in areas of responsibility. Providing clinical expertise to program staff and peer managers, you will collaborate to understand the needs of the communities we serve while ensuring that the operational requirements of the branch are met. You will be responsible for managing expenditures, identifying budgetary requirements, and creating/sustaining a healthy work environment.Essential QualificationsPlease submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications. Please note selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.

• Master’s degree in Nursing, or bachelor’s degree in Nursing plus master’s in a relevant field;
• Experience as a Nurse Practitioner in Primary Health Care Nursing or as a Registered Nurse within an expanded role in rural and remote areas;
• Experience or formal training in quality improvement processes;
• Significant management and supervisory experience in a dynamic environment; and
• Experience developing education resources for adult learners, standards, policies and protocols.
• Experience in developing, implementing and evaluating programs is an asset.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability:Candidates will be expected to demonstrate their competence according to the standard set by the Yukon Government Core Competency Framework: https://yukon.ca/sites/yukon.ca/files/psc/psc-core-competencies.pdfConditions of Employment: Security Clearance with Vulnerable Sector; Valid Yukon Class 5 Driver’s Licence or equivalent; Yukon Registered Nursing Association registration in good standing.Job Requirements: Willingness and ability to travel throughout the Yukon by air and road. Rotational after-hours emergency coverage by phone.Relocation: Some relocation assistance may be provided.NOTE:The Government of Yukon announced October 15, 2021, that all public servants will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Starting November 30, 2021, Government of Yukon employees will be required to have had one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. Two doses will be required by January 30, 2022. By accepting an offer of employment, you agree to comply with all vaccination requirements that apply to the Government of Yukon. More information can be found here < https://yukon.ca/en/vaccination-requirement >.For more information about this position, please contact Sheila Thompson, Director, Community Nursing Branch, at (867) 667-8325 or sheila.thompson@yukon.caFor more information about the recruitment process, please contact Deirdre Monaghan, Human Resources Consultant, at (867) 334-8165 or deirdre.monaghan@yukon.caLearn more about us!We are the Yukon public service. Every day, we come together to serve the people who live here, and to make a difference in so many ways—from simple to extraordinary and everything in between. 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.To learn more about why Yukon government is recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, please visit https://reviews.canadastop100.com/top-employer-yukon-governmentTo learn more about what the Yukon has to offer, check out these links:http://www.employment.gov.yk.ca/yukon_life.htmlExplore Yukon < https://www.travelyukon.com/en > and Whitehorse, YT < https://www.travelyukon.com/en/discover/regions/whitehorse >Find out what we offer our employees < https://yukon.ca/en/employment/what-we-offer-employees > and why you will want to work for us < https://www.youtube.com/watchv=xJhDdy-IbWY >How to ApplyTo apply for the position of Manager - Clinical Practice and Quality Improvement, and for full details on the requirements of the role, please visit: https://yukon.ca/en/employment."Committed to Employment Equity"Quick Apply

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