Manager – Clinical Practice and Quality Improvement

Job Description

Job title: Manager – Clinical Practice and Quality Improvement

Company: Government of Yukon

Job description: This postingThis posting will be used to fill 1 full-time 14-month term position working 75 bi-weekly. It will establish a 12-month eligibility list which may be used to fill similar positions.This job is based in the thriving and diverse city of in the beautiful .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 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.Who we are looking forYou will be responsible for managing the development, implementation, and monitoring of clinical practice training and structured orientation. Monitor trends and risks, identifying gaps and recommendations for new clinical policy. Conducting 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 is responsible 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 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.

• For more information on this job, please contact Shona Mostyn, Senior Manager, Strategic Operations at
• For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Ann Caron, HR Consultant at 867-332-6273 or

Your benefitsYour career, your home, your lifestyleWe 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.Check out:Essential qualificationsPlease 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.

• 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
• Experience developing education resources for adult learners, standards, policies and protocols

It may be helpful for you to reviewDesired knowledge, skills and suitabilityn, the following:.This competition will specifically focus on, but not limit itself to, the following competencies:

• Modeling Interpersonal Skills and Personal Responsibility
• Developing People
• Influencing Others
• Thinking Strategically
• Taking Action and Achieving Results
• Leading Change and Innovation
• Demonstrating Client Focus
• Promoting Common Values and Ethics

It may be helpful for you to reviewConditions of employmentSecurity Clearance, Valid Yukon Class 5 Driver’s Licence or equivalent, Yukon Registered Nursing Association registration in good standing.Job requirementsThis job requires you to perform, and/or be exposed to, the following:Willingness and ability to travel throughout Yukon by air and road. Rotational after-hours emergency coverage by phone.

Location: Whitehorse, YT

Job date: Thu, 20 Feb 2025 02:13:13 GMT