HealthCareersInSask.ca·Wawota, Saskatchewan
The RN/RPN is accountable for promoting high-quality care through assessing, planning, implementing, documenting, and evaluating the total care needs of patients/residents/clients. They must coordinate with all departments within the facility and promote effective communication.
Position #: 087750
Expected Start Date: January 12, 2026
Union: SUN
Facility: Wawota Memorial Health Centre
City/Town: Wawota
Department: Chronic Resident Unit
Type: Casual
FTE: 0
Shift Information: Days, Nights, Evenings, Weekends, Standby
Relief: No
Float: No
Field Hours: No
Pay Band Nurse A $38.580 to $50.070
Travel Required: No
The Registered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RN/RPN) is accountable for promoting high quality care through assessing, planning, implementing, documenting and evaluating the total care needs of our patients/residents/clients (P/R/C). The RN/RPN is required to coordinate with all the departments within the facility, families and professionals associated with P/R/Cs care. The RN/RPN must promote effective communication in the facility through care given and reporting mechanisms. The RN/RPN is expected to participate in staff meetings and educational opportunities to maintain their own professional competence.
Human Resources Exemption: No
Education Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) Other Education and Training Psychiatric Nursing diploma is acceptable Nursing diploma is acceptable Basic Life Support Certificate (BLS) Bachelor of Psychiatric Nursing is acceptable Competencies Basic - Interpersonal skills Basic - Communication skills to provide/obtain verbal and/or written opinions/advice Knowledge and Abilities Ability to make decisions, which must include coordination of staffing Ability to make decisions on patient care and coordination of equipment Ability to competently use computers and software applications Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team Ability to communicate with clients from diverse social backgrounds Other Information May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives Wawota is located approximately 150 km northeast of Estevan Registered/eligible with College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of SK - CRPNS Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS) For more information on the town of Wawota please visit https://wawota.com/
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.
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Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.
Candidates must have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing or an acceptable nursing diploma, along with a Basic Life Support Certificate. Registration or eligibility with the relevant nursing colleges in Saskatchewan is required.
Market context
Saskatchewan healthcare employers continue to seek registered nurses and registered psychiatric nurses for inpatient, community, and acute-care settings, so this role can be competitive where mental health experience is in demand. Candidates with current or eligible CRNS or CRPNS registration, plus a valid Criminal Record Check with vulnerable sector search, are typically stronger applicants. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your registration status and gather your check before applying.