Position #: 091796

Expected Start Date: To be decided. Open until filled.

Union: SUN

Facility: Nipawin Hospital

City/Town: Nipawin

Department: Primary Care Sites

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Number of Hours per Rotation: 112 hours per 3 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: Standard Hours

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse Practitioner $52.590 to $62.910

Travel Required: No

Job Description: In collaboration with the physicians and other health care professionals, the Primary Care Nurse Practitioner will provide primary health care services to the communities. This includes health assessment, health promotion and protection, disease and injury prevention and assessment, provision of supportive women's wellness, instructive treatment and emergency services. In collaboration with and referral to other health care professionals; conducting community needs assessments and participating in evaluation projects. This position will include some travel within the region. Job description is available upon request.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Multi-Site:

• Yes

Other Education and Training

• Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner Specialization
• Registered/eligible for registration with the CRNS as an RN (NP) or RN (GNP)
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Level C Certificate (BCLS)

Competencies

• Advanced - Research skills
• Advanced - Facilitation skills
• Advanced - Organizational skills
• Advanced - Communication skills
• Advanced - Leadership skills
• Advanced - Decision making skills
• Advanced - Problem solving skills
• Advanced - Communication skills to transfer knowledge/skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to develop and deliver formal education programs
• Knowledge of the diversity of cultures, values and traditions 

Other Information

• Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)
• Multi-Site Nipawin, Carrot River, Arborfield, Smeaton, and Cumberland House Area
• May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives
• Travel within the region and provincially
• Travel required

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.