HealthCareersInSask.ca·Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
The Registered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse provides safe, quality nursing care to clients within a mental health and addiction services unit. They are responsible for applying a holistic model of care while working collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team to support patients ranging from youth to geriatric.
Position #: 9000475
Expected Start Date: October 02, 2026
Union: SUN
Facility: Irene & Les Dube Centre for Mental Health
City/Town: Saskatoon
Mental Health and Addiction Services Combined Nursing Unit - Dube Centre
Type: Part-time temporary
Expected Up to Date: October 02, 2027
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Shift Information: Days, Evenings, Weekends
4 shifts of 11.78 hours per 4 weeks
Relief: No
Float: No
Extended Shift Hours (11.78)
Pay Band Nurse A $38.580 to $50.070
Travel Required: No
The Registered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RN/RPN) is responsible for promoting the Mission, Vision and Values of the Saskatchewan Health Authority through provision of safe quality nursing care to clients. The RN/RPN is responsible to the Manager of their designated area. The RN/RPN should have foundational knowledge of a holistic model of care that guides the work of a mental health nurse. The RN/RPN should be proficient in de-escalation strategies, conflict resolution, and the ethical and trauma informed responsibilities required to serve a vulnerable population ranging from youth to geriatric patients. The RN/RPN should be comfortable with client advocacy while working with an interdisciplinary team. The RN/RPN should be flexible in the assigned environment and patient assignment throughout the acute in-patient facility.
Human Resources Exemption: No
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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.
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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 Bachelor of Psychiatric Nursing, Bachelor of Nursing, or a relevant nursing diploma. Applicants are required to be registered or eligible for registration with the CRNS or CRPNS and possess a Basic Life Support Certificate.
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.