Nurse Practitioner

Position #: 127848

Expected Start Date: To be determined

Union: SUN

Facility: Cumberland House Health Centre

City/Town: Cumberland House

Department: Integrated Nursing Unit 1

Type: Casual

FTE: 0

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band

Pay Band Nurse Practitioner $52.590 to $62.910

Travel Required: No

Job Description

Advanced practice nurse with knowledge and skills gained through additional education and experience. Nurse blends an in-depth knowledge of nursing with the legal authority and autonomy to order diagnostic tests, prescribe pharmaceuticals and perform specific procedures in the management and treatment of common acute illnesses and stable chronic conditions patients. Position practices within a framework of evidence-based primary care, holism, health promotion, and disease and injury prevention. Practice involves building partnerships with individuals, families, and communities. This includes community needs assessments; supporting inter-professional collaboration and participating in continuous improvements through evaluative processes/projects. provides clinical assessment and treatment strategies that reflect in-depth knowledge of the care populations.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience Three years fulltime experience as a Registered Nurse One (1) year experience with community development/health promotion activities Education Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) Licenses Valid Class 5 driver's license Other Education and Training Master of Nurse Practitioner is acceptable Basic Cardiac Life Support Level C Certificate (BCLS) Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner Specialization Competencies Advanced - Decision making skills Advanced - Facilitation skills Advanced - Organizational skills Advanced - Leadership skills Advanced - Communication skills to transfer knowledge/skills Advanced - Research skills Advanced - Problem solving skills Knowledge and Abilities Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team Knowledge of the diversity of cultures, values and traditions Ability to develop and deliver formal education programs Other Information Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS) May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives One (1) year nursing experience in a primary health care setting preferred Cumberland House is located approximately 260 km east of Melfort May be eligible for additional incentives, please see Ministry of Health website Travel within the region and provincially

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.