Nurse Practitioner

Position #: 178356

Expected Start Date: October 18, 2024

Union: SUN

Facility: Saskatoon Home Care Office - Idylwyld Centre

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Home First & Home Visit Program

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days, Weekends

Hours of Work: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: Yes

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

Job Description: The Nurse Practitioner RN(NP) is an advanced practice nurse with knowledge and skills gained through additional education and experience. The Nurse Practitioner 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. The RN(NP) practices within a framework of evidence-based primary care, holism, health promotion, and disease and injury prevention. The 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.

Travel Required: Yes

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• Two (2) years advanced RN (NP) in applicable area
• Three (3) years nursing experience
• Two years experience as a RN(NP) for assessment and treatment of older adults

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

• CNA certificate in clinical practice area is an asset
• Gerontology certificate is acceptable

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge in conflict resolution techniques
• Knowledge in research processes and program evaluation
• Knowledge in clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment
• Knowledge in communication strategy, methods and tools
• Knowledge in leadership strategies
• Demonstrates the ability to be resourceful and to adapt to changing conditions
• Knowledge in community development and facilitation strategies

Other Information

• Registered/eligible for registration with the CRNS as RN (NP)
• Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)
• One year nursing experience in a primary health or community setting preferred
• Travel required