Registration Committee
Mandate:
The Registration Committee derives its mandate from the Yukon Registered
Nurses Profession Act 
, the Yukon Registered Nurses Association Regulations
and the direction of the Board.
The mandate of the Registration Committee is to develop policies and
procedures necessary for registration of nurses in Yukon; to make
appropriate recommendations to the Board; to submit a written report before
Board meetings; and to submit an annual report for publication.
Composition:
The membership of the registration and membership committee shall be three
members appointed for two year terms, renewable at the Boardās discretion.
The registrar shall be a member in a non-voting capacity.
Terms of Reference:
The terms of reference for the Registration Committee shall be in accordance
with the Act and shall be to make recommendations to the Board with respect
to:
a) management of examinations;
b) requirements for registration and membership.
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Nursing Practice Committee
Composition:
The membership of the Nursing Practice Committee shall be five members from a variety of practice areas.
Terms of Reference:
- The Committee will:
- Recommend standards of nursing practice for approval by the Board and review these standards every 5 years or more often as directed by the Board.
- Provide a report to the Annual General Meeting on committee activities and national trends in nursing.
- Serve in an advisory capacity to the Board of YRNA and YRNA members in matters related to nursing practice as deemed necessary or as requested by the Board or members.
- Serve in an advisory capacity to the Executive Director on specific regional issues on an ad hoc basis and nursing practice issues arising at a national level.
- Make recommendations to the Board on nursing practice issues affecting Yukon nurses.
- The Chairperson is an elected member of the Board of YRNA and serves for a two year term.
- Standing committee members will be appointed for two year terms. An effort will be made to stagger the appointments of new members in order to provide continuity.
- Individuals with knowledge and expertise in related practice areas will be invited to join the Nursing Practice Committee as needed for the duration of a specific project or initiative.
- Meetings will be held at least 4 times each year at the call of the Chair.
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Education Approval Committee
Mandate:
The Education Approval Committee derives its mandate from theYukon Registered
Nurses Profession Act , the Yukon Registered Nurses Association Regulations and the direction of the board.
The committee will submit a written report before board meetings on a monthly basis.
Composition:
The membership of the Education Approval Committee shall be at least three registered nurse members appointed by the Board. Members will be appointed for a two year term.
Terms of Reference:
The terms of reference for the Education Approval Committee shall be in accordance with the Act and shall be to:
- develop standards for the approval of nursing education programs;
- make recommendations to the Board with respect to criteria and procedures for the approval of nursing education programs;
- receive and review reports relative to the development and implementation of new education programs and modifications of established nursing education programs in the Yukon;
- promote continuing education for nurses in the Yukon.
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Complaints Committee
Mandate:
The Complaints Committee derives its mandate from the Yukon Registered Nurses Profession Act , the Yukon Registered Nurses Association Regulations , the Bylaws of the Yukon Registered Nurses Association, and the direction of the Board.
The mandate of the Complaints Committee is to recommend policies and procedures governing the work of the committee; to review appeals and to make decisions; and to investigate complaints.
The committee will submit a written report one month before the annual meeting and as necessary before Board meetings and will submit an annual report for publication.
Composition:
The membership of the complaints committee shall be two registered nurse
members and a public representative appointed by the Board for two year
terms, renewable at the Boardās discretion. The Board shall identify the
Chairperson.
Terms of Reference:
The terms of reference for the Complaints Committee shall be in accordance with the Act and shall be to:
- recommend policies and procedures governing the work of the committee;
- review appeals under Section 12 of the Act and make a decision to:
i) approve the appeal applicant for registration, or
ii) refuse the appeal, or
iii) approve a temporary permit with or without conditions.
- investigate complaints.
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Discipline Committee
Mandate:
The Discipline Committee derives its mandate from the Yukon Registered Nurses Profession Act , the Yukon Registered Nurses Association Regulations , the Bylaws of the Yukon Registered Nurses Association, and the direction of the Board.
The mandate of the Discipline Committee is to recommend policies and procedures governing the work of the committee; to hold all hearings in Whitehorse unless otherwise authorized by the Board; to maintain confidentiality; and to submit an annual report to the Board for publication.
Composition:
The membership of the discipline committee shall be three persons, at least
two of whom must be registered nurses, appointed by the Board for two year
terms, renewable at the Boardās discretion. The Board shall identify the
Chairperson.
Terms of Reference:
The terms of reference for the Discipline Committee shall be in accordance with the Act and shall be to:
- recommend policies and procedures concerning the work of the committee;
- prepare for the Board an annual summary of the activities of the committee;
- hold all hearings in Whitehorse unless otherwise authorized by the Board;
- hold in confidence all sessions, documentation, and information received.
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Nominations Committee
Mandate:
The Nominations Committee is a standing committee which derives its mandate from the Yukon Registered Nurses Profession Act , the Yukon Registered Nurses Association Regulations , the Bylaws of the Yukon Registered Nurses Association, and the direction of the Board.
The committee will file with the Board a report of the nominations committee and the ballot for officers of the Association by February 15.
Composition:
The Nominations Committee shall be two registered nurse members appointed for a one year term at the Annual General Meeting. The board shall identify the chairperson.
Terms of Reference:
(The following is an expansion of information in the YRNA Bylaws, Part 5.)
The duties of the Nominations Committee shall be to:
- be informed of the date of the Annual General Meeting prior to the call for nominations;
- call for nominations by December 31 of each year;
- receive nominations for:
- president-elect, secretary, member-at-large outside of Whitehorse in odd numbered years;
- vice-president, treasurer, nursing practice chairperson, and member-at-large, Whitehorse in even numbered years;
- receive written nominations by February 1st of each year;
- check that each nomination includes the signature of the nominator and a written acknowledgment by the nominee that she/he is prepared to accept the nomination;
- prepare the ballot of officers with the list of nominees arranged in alphabetical order under the name of Board position sought;
- deliver the ballot of officers to the Board by February 15th so that it can be circulated to the membership at least 30 days prior to the Annual General Meeting.
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Education Fund Management Committee
Mandate and Composition:
The Education Fund Management Committee functions as an arm of the Board of Directors of the Yukon Registered Nurses Association, and will take direction from the Board when required.
The Committee will be comprised of members of the Association, and may at a later date include others to provide public input or additional expertise as deemed desirable. The addition of such members remains at the discretion of the Board, who will consider advice of the committee in this decision. Committee appointments will be for a two year term which may be renewed
Terms of Reference:
The committee will be responsible for the following:
- Administration of the three funds managed by YRNA under contribution agreements with the Yukon Territorial Government: the Continuing Nurse Education Fund, the Nursing Specialty Education Fund and the Nurse Refresher Fund.
- Development and regular revision of the priorities and policies that govern fund management.
- Development and revision as needed of the criteria for funding approval and disbursal of fund monies to applicants.
- Review and approval of forms for application, guidelines, and information to members, as prepared by YRNA staff.
- Establishment of a schedule of intake deadlines and committee review for applications
- Implementation of application review and funding approvals according to these established policies and schedules.
- Maintenance of minutes and records reflecting decisions and procedures.
- Overseeing fund disbursal and accounting procedures by YRNA staff.
- May participate in decisions concerning investment of fund money, as advised by YRNA staff and consultants.
For more information on Education Funding contact the YRNA office.
Phone: 867-667-4062
Fax: 867-668-5123
E-mail:
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