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- Employment type
- Part-time, Temporary
- Experience level
- Entry, Junior · 0+ years
- Minimum education
- Bachelor’s degree
- Apply by
- Nov 1, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 19 hours per week
Job summary
The Public Health Nurse provides nursing services within the Population Health Promotion Model and Primary Health Care framework. This role involves assessing health needs, implementing prevention strategies, and collaborating with community groups and health personnel.
Job details
Position #: 9014215 Expected Start Date: November 16, 2026 Union: SUN Facility: Kindersley Health Centre City/Town: Kindersley Department: Public Health Nursing Type: Part-time temporary Expected Up to Date: February 09, 2027 FTE: 0.5 Shift Information: Days, Evenings Number of Hours per Rotation: 7 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks Relief: No Float: No Hours of work: Standard Hours Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse B $42.040 to $52.440 Travel Required: Yes Job Description: The Public Health Nurse (PHN), as an integral member of the Public Health Services team, provides nursing services within the framework of the Population Health Promotion Model and Primary Health Care. This employee works relatively independently and is expected to make primary decisions based on sound assessments in accordance with The Public Health Act, the policies of the Public Health Nursing program, the SRNA Standards of Practice, the Canadian Community Health Nursing Standards of Practice, and other relevant legislation. Inherent in this role are knowledge, skills, and abilities specific to health promotion, prevention, and protection. This employee liaises with, and refers to, other health personnel, and other sectors and community groups. Human Resources Exemption: No Experience * Minimum of one (1) year Public Health Nursing experience is an asset. Education * Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) * Course credits in community health and public health nursing are required Licenses * Basic Life Support Health Care Provider Certificate (BLS-HCP) * Valid Class 5 driver's license Competencies * Basic - Organizational skills * Basic - Interpersonal skills * Basic - Communication skills * Basic - Computer skills * Basic - Decision making skills Knowledge and Abilities * Establish and maintain good interpersonal relationships * Ability to build and maintain relationships based on accountability. * Communicate effectively orally and written with clients of varying ages * High level of accuracy in health assessment, nursing diagnosis and treatment. * Ability to promote healthy lifestyles with diverse populations * Knowledge of facilitation strategies * Ability to work collaboratively with team members and the community at large. * Uses independent judgment based on evidence-based practice. * Ability to analyze health issues in the context of political & social climate * Negotiation, conflict resolution and mediation skills. * Willingness to adhere to established Public Health policies and procedures. * Knowledge in health equity and impact of poverty and risk conditions on health * Ability to assume responsibility and work independently * Health Promotion strategies include building healthy public policy * Ability to communicate with clients from diverse backgrounds * Ability to demonstrate initiative, independent judgment & organizational skills * Knowledge in community development * Demonstrates skill in group education, individual counselling and advocacy * Demonstrates flexibility by adjusting workload to accommodate client needs. Other Information * For more information on the town of Kindersley please visit https://www.kindersley.ca/ * Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS) * Evening and weekend work may be required * Travel required * May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives * Kindersley is located approximately 200 km west of Saskatoon * Scheduled hours of work may be reduced when a statutory holiday is recognized The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search. > We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For > everyone. > We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and > culturally responsive workforce. > We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action. > We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan > as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People. Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.
What you’ll do
The Public Health Nurse provides nursing services within the Population Health Promotion Model and Primary Health Care framework. This role involves assessing health needs, implementing prevention strategies, and collaborating with community groups and health personnel.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) and be registered or eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan. A valid Class 5 driver's license and Basic Life Support Health Care Provider Certificate are also required.
Listed skills
- Community development · Preferred
- Communication Skills · Preferred
- Decision Making · Preferred
- Conflict Resolution · Preferred
Other relevant skills
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- Public health nursing
- Health assessment
- Nursing diagnosis
- Health promotion
- Disease prevention
- Community development
- Patient advocacy
- Interpersonal relationships
- Communication skills
- Organizational skills
- Decision making
- Conflict resolution
- Mediation
- Evidence-based practice
- Group education
- Individual counselling
- Communication
- Decision Making
- Organizational Skills
- Negotiation
- Accountability
- Interpersonal Communications
- Advocacy
- Computer Literacy
- Valid Driver's License
- Public Health
- Health Assessment
- Nursing
- Conflict Resolution
- Reconciliation
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Population Health
- Community Health
- Public Policies
- Health Equity
- Community Development
- Health Promotion
- Publicly Funded Health Care
- Anesthesia
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Bachelor Of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Primary Health Care
- Cultural Responsiveness
- Nursing Diagnosis
- Community Health Nursing
- Public Health Laws
- Public Health Nursing
- Postherpetic Neuralgia
Job areas
- Healthcare
- Social Services
- Government & Public Sector
- Public Health Nurse
- Public / Community Health Nurse
- Nursing Professionals
- Registered Nurses
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