Chronic conditions nurse educator
Government of Yukon’s Health and Social Services department based in Whitehorse, YT is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Chronic conditions nurse educator. Government of Yukon’s Health and Social Services department is dedicated to enhancing the well-being of residents. It offer a comprehensive range of healthcare, mental health support, addiction services and social assistance programs. It ensure accessible and effective healthcare delivery while fostering community collaboration. its focus on innovation and inclusivity addresses diverse health and social challenges, promoting wellness and resilience among Yukoners. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: Government of Yukon
Department: Health and Social Services
Division: Chronic Conditions Support
Position: Chronic conditions nurse educator
No of Vacancies: 4
Salary: $112278.00 – $130288.00 yearly
Employment Type: Permanent/Full time
Classification: NU16
Union: YEU
Location: Whitehorse, YT
Shift: 75 Hours Bi weekly
Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
Job ID: 51892
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have completion of Bachelor’s in nursing
Experience: Candidates should have considerable experience in the relevant field
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should demonstrate willingness to travel by road and aircraft
- The candidates should expect overnight travel as part of this position to provide service to clients in communities
- The candidates should be capable of lifting up to 15kg, which may include audiovisual and clinical supplies and equipment
- The candidates should be prepared for exposure to emotionally distressed patients and families in isolated clinical settings
- The candidates should be a registered nurse in good standing with a Canadian registered nursing regulatory body
- The candidates should have the ability to work autonomously and also within a multi-disciplinary team environment
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should have strong knowledge and experience in nursing best practices, standards and chronic disease management through case management of clients with chronic conditions
- The candidates should have excellent oral and written communication, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- The candidates should have an excellent ability to initiate relationships with clients, their families, and other health professionals
- The candidates should have the ability to provide direction and deliver services in a competent, safe, and ethical manner
- The candidates should have strong engagement, facilitation, and presentation skills
- The candidates should be proficient in the use of computers and software, including MS Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- The candidates should have experience facilitating the learning of others through workshops, training, or teaching
- The candidates should possess Vulnerable Sector Security Clearance
- The candidates should have undergone TB Screening, CPR-HCP, registration with the Yukon Registered Nurses Association (YRNA) or equivalent certification
- The candidates should hold a valid Class 5 driver’s license or equivalent and certification as a Respiratory Educator and Certified Diabetes Educator
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to provide quality, planned, proactive, person-centered chronic disease management within the Chronic Conditions Support Program (CCSP)
- The candidates should be able to conduct client assessments and determine chronic conditions risk factors
- The candidates should be able to provide clinical care, education, self-management support, and caregiver support and education
- The candidates should be able to collaborate as a member of the CCSP team in a clinical setting
- The candidates should be able to empower clients and families to self-manage chronic conditions
- The candidates should be able to support program goals through the provision of high-quality, collaborative chronic care, and effective and accessible self-management support
Benefits:
- The candidates will get dental plan, extended health care plan, long-term disability insurance, travel insurance, public Service pension plan and supplementary death
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!