Surgical Department Charge - Medical Surgical - Term Full-Time Term

Yukon Hospital•Whitehorse, YT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a Term Full-Time Term Position (1.0 FTE) from August 5, 2026, to August 5, 2027. The position is at the L10 level with an hourly pay range of $54.39 - $72.65. Reporting to the Clinical Care Manager (CCM), the Surgical Charge plays a pivotal leadership role in coordinating and overseeing the delivery of safe, high-quality Surgical inpatient nursing care, as well as providing after-hours leadership to the Maternity and Mental Health departments. As both a clinical and administrative resource, the Charge supports nursing staff, manages patient flow and bed utilization, and ensures that care is delivered in alignment with professional standards, organizational policies, and safety protocols. Key responsibilities include patient assignments, coordination of care delivery, liaison with the interdisciplinary team, oversight of admissions, transfers, and discharges, supply management, mentoring and supporting staff, and assisting with staffing and scheduling needs. The Charge also provides direct patient care as required, responding to changing clinical conditions and patient acuity. This role requires strong leadership, effective communication, advanced clinical judgment, and sound problem-solving skills, along with expertise in acute inpatient care and the ability to maintain composure in a dynamic hospital environment.

Requirements

Comprehensive knowledge of Medical, Surgical, End of life and Pediatric 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 Surgical care setting.
Broad knowledge of interdisciplinary roles within acute 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 a surgical unit.
Knowledge of external agencies, community supports, and system partners involved in patient transitions, discharge planning, and continuity of care from the Surgical 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.
Strong organizational skills, with the ability to plan, coordinate, and prioritize multiple demands to ensure safe and efficient surgical 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 response techniques relevant to acute care.
Demonstrated computer literacy and ability to use electronic health records, clinical documentation tools, and other digital systems essential to patient care and departmental operations.
Diploma or Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing.
Current registration with the Yukon Registered Nurses Association.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) and Workplace Violence Prevention.
IV Therapy and Central Line Care certifications.
A minimum of three years of recent experience in an acute inpatient department or applicable unit is required.

Nice To Haves

Cultural Safety and Trauma-Informed Care Training
Wound Care Certification
Mental health literacy
Pediatric Education
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may also be considered.

Responsibilities

Coordinating and overseeing the delivery of safe, high-quality Surgical inpatient nursing care.
Providing after-hours leadership to the Maternity and Mental Health departments.
Supporting nursing staff.
Managing patient flow and bed utilization.
Ensuring care is delivered in alignment with professional standards, organizational policies, and safety protocols.
Patient assignments.
Coordination of care delivery.
Liaison with the interdisciplinary team.
Oversight of admissions, transfers, and discharges.
Supply management.
Mentoring and supporting staff.
Assisting with staffing and scheduling needs.
Providing direct patient care as required, responding to changing clinical conditions and patient acuity.