Critical Care Charge - Emergency - Whitehorse General Hospital

Critical Care Charge – Emergency – Whitehorse General Hospital

Requisition # CRITI002911 (PIPSC Bargaining Unit)

Term Full-Time – 1.0 FTE

August 1, 2026 – December 9, 2027

This position is at the L10 level with an hourly pay range of $54.39 - $72.65

Are you looking to be part of an exceptional and passionate health care team in one of Canada’s most spectacular natural environments with vast and stunning wilderness at your doorstep?

Yukon Hospitals strives to cultivate an environment of passionate and engaged people with a culture that values growth, work/life balance, and wellness in helping all our people reach optimal ability. Our organization is an integrated system of hospitals: Whitehorse General Hospital (79 beds), Watson Lake Community Hospital (6 beds) and Dawson City Community Hospital (6 beds).

As a multidisciplinary team member, the incumbent provides nursing care for patients through the administration and implementation of medical investigation and therapeutic programs through the application of knowledge of general nursing, physical health, and psycho-social well-being; provides organization, direction, supervision and collaboration in the planning and implementation of nursing best practices.

Knowledge, skills and abilities required:

• Comprehensive knowledge of emergency nursing theory, evidence-based practice, and clinical guidelines, with the ability to apply this knowledge to a broad range of acute and complex patient presentations.
• Thorough understanding of the standards of nursing practice and their application within a fast-paced, high-acuity emergency care setting.
• Broad knowledge of interdisciplinary roles within emergency care and the ability to collaborate effectively with physicians, allied health professionals, and external partners to support coordinated patient care.
• Strong understanding of patient flow principles, including clinical pathways, length-of-stay expectations, repatriation processes, and resource utilization strategies relevant to emergency services.
• Knowledge of external agencies, community supports, and system partners involved in patient transitions, discharge planning, and continuity of care from the emergency department
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to provide direction, mentorship, and support to nursing staff while maintaining composure and sound judgment in high-pressure and rapidly changing environments.
• Proven ability to analyze complex clinical and operational situations, anticipate challenges, manage conflict, and implement timely, effective resolutions.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively within interdisciplinary teams, fostering effective communication and strong relationships with patients, families, colleagues, physicians, and community partners.
  
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to plan, coordinate, and prioritize multiple demands to ensure safe and efficient emergency department operations.
  
• Demonstrated ability to lead and sustain positive change, contributing to quality improvement initiatives and supporting a culture of safety and continuous learning.
  
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey information clearly and with empathy in stressful and sensitive situations.
  
• Ability to provide culturally safe care and engage respectfully with patients, families, and communities from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences, including Yukon First Nations.
  
• Proficiency in CPR and other emergency response techniques relevant to acute care settings.
  
• Demonstrated computer literacy and ability to use electronic health records, clinical documentation tools, and other digital systems essential to patient care and departmental operation.

The successful applicant will hold a Diploma or Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing, maintain current registration with the Yukon Registered Nurses Association, and possess current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. They will also hold Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Canadian Triage Acuity Scoring (CTAS) certifications. A minimum of three years of recent experience in an emergency department or related acute care unit is required. Post-graduate emergency nursing certifications such as Emergency Nursing Certification, Critical Care Certification, Emergency Practice, Interventions & Care (EPICC), or Trauma Nursing Care Course (TNCC) are considered strong assets. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may also be considered.

Incentives

• Generous Vacation Time
• Annual Yukon Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Pension Plan
• On-site gym
• Free parking

TO APPLY: Visit our website and apply by July 30, 2026

For more information, contact recruitment at 867-393-8675/8700 ext. 8347

Visit whitehorse.ca and yukon.ca for more information on Whitehorse and living in the Yukon!

Indigenous Workforce Initiative -We are committed to having a workforce that reflects the community we serve. When you apply for a job, you can choose to identify as Indigenous in your application. Please do so in whatever manner you feel accurately reflects who you are. Yukon Hospitals’ Indigenous Engagement Advisor will then contact you to offer support with your application, share information about training or mentorships, and answer any questions you may have. All self-identification information will remain confidential.

You can get support before or after applying for a job by contacting [email protected] or calling View phone number on yuwin.ca.

Yukon Hospital Corporation is committed to employment equity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however, only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. Unfortunately, at this time, we are unable to consider resumes from International applicants. Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada in order to apply, i.e. have Landed Immigrant Status, Work Visa, or be a Canadian Citizen.

Posting Date: July 16, 2026