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Whitehorse General Hospital1 month ago

Surgical Department Charge - Medical Surgical - Term Full-Time

$113,131–$151,112 year

On-site · Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada

Type
Full Time
Level
Senior Level
Education
Bachelors Degree
Company size
Unknown

Job Summary

Surgical Department Charge leads and coordinates the delivery of safe, high-quality inpatient nursing care in the Surgical unit, oversees patient flow and bed utilization, assigns patient care, mentors staff, and provides after-hours leadership to Maternity and Mental Health departments. Combines clinical duties with administrative responsibilities such as admissions, transfers and discharges, supply management, staffing support, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. Requires a Nursing degree with current registration, BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP, IV therapy and Central Line Care certifications, and a minimum of three years’ acute inpatient experience; possesses strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills to ensure safe, evidence-based care in a fast-paced hospital environment. The successful applicant will hold a Diploma or Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing and be eligible for Yukon RN registration, with Yukon-specific certifications and a willingness to relocate if offered. Incentives include comprehensive benefits, pension, relocation allowance, generous vacation time, on-site gym, and free parking.

Required Qualifications

  • Diploma or Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing
  • Current registration with Yukon Registered Nurses Association
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
  • IV Therapy and Central Line Care certifications
  • Minimum of three years of recent experience in an acute inpatient department or applicable unit
  • Cultural Safety and Trauma-Informed Care Training (desirable)
  • Workplace Violence Prevention (desirable)
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$113k – $151k / yr

Surgical Department Charge - Medical Surgical - Term Full-Time · Whitehorse General Hospital

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