HealthCareersInSask.ca·Craik, Saskatchewan
The Nurse Practitioner will provide primary health care services to assigned populations, including health assessments, disease prevention, and treatment interventions. They will collaborate with physicians and health care teams to support community health needs and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
Position #: 163064
Expected Start Date: To be determined; posted until filled
Union: SUN
Facility: Craik and District Health Centre
City/Town: Craik
Department: Primary Care Sites
Type: Full-time regular
FTE: 1
Shift Information: Days, Evenings
Number of Hours per Rotation: 28 shifts of 8 hours per 6 weeks
Relief: No
Float: No
Hours of Work: Standard Hours
Pay Band Nurse Practitioner $52.590 to $62.910
Travel Required: Yes
Reporting to the Director, Primary Health Care Teams and in collaboration with physicians and health care provider team members, the Registered Nurse (Nurse Practitioner) will provide Primary Health Care (PHC) services to assigned populations which may include: urban populations, visiting services to rural communities, and/or priority populations (e.g. newcomers, teens) as determined by community and program needs. Depending on community and team requirements, the position may include first on-call support. As the PHC Team evolves and based on needs of the population, the position may be required to provide new practices such as nurse led extended hour clinic services and/or first on-call support. Primary Health Care services include: health assessment, health promotion and education, disease and injury prevention and assessment, treatment interventions; collaboration with, and referral to, other health care providers; participation in Lean, patient safety, community development, clinical practice redesign, quality improvement, and evaluation.
Human Resources Exemption: No
Experience Minimum of 3 years' experience working as a RN in PHC setting preferred Education Master of Nursing - Nurse Practitioner (MN-NP) Licenses Valid Class 5 driver's license Other Education and Training ACLS training required upon hire Basic Cardiac Life Support Level C Certificate (BCLS) Competencies Communication skills Leadership skills Interpersonal skills Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge in applicable health promotion and health prevention initiatives Knowledge of quality improvement initiatives Ability to use various clinical/health assessment tools Knowledge in clinical evaluation processes Knowledge in evidence based models of treatment intervention and application Demonstrated ability in program development, implementation and evaluation Other Information Craik is located approximately 87 km north of Moose Jaw For more information on the town of Craik please visit http://craik.ca/web/ May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives Registered/eligible for registration with the CRNS as RN (NP)
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 hold a Master of Nursing - Nurse Practitioner degree and be registered or eligible for registration with the CRNS. A minimum of 3 years of experience as an RN in a primary health care setting is preferred, along with valid ACLS and BCLS certifications.
Market context
Nurse Practitioner positions in Saskatchewan are typically competitive because employers look for advanced clinical preparation, provincial registration, and substantial hands-on experience. This role requires a Master of Nursing - Nurse Practitioner, registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan, five years of nurse practitioner experience, and an ACLS certificate. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare the recruitment and retention incentives against the original posting before applying.