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Nurse b - Public Health Nurse

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April 1 2025
Expected expiry date: April 12 2025
Industries Healthcare, social assistance
Categories Nursing, Population Health
Prince Albert, SK • Full time
  • Job Identification 49713
  • Job Category Public Health Services
  • Posting Date 04/01/2025, 12:00 AM
  • Locations Public Health Service - Prince Albert
  • Apply Before 04/12/2025, 12:00 AM

Job Description

Position #: 076656

Expected Start Date: April 14, 2025

Union: SUN

Facility: Public Health Service - Prince Albert

City/Town: Prince Albert

Department: Public Health Nursing

Type: Casual

FTE: 0

Hours of Work: No guaranteed hours of work. Must be available for a minimum of 1 to 4 days per week. Must be available all shifts which include, short shifts, short notice calls, statutory or designated holidays.

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse B $42.040 to $52.440

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: A Public Health Nurse (PHN) is accountable for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the health and health risks for people living in Prince Albert Parkland Health Region. A PHN's scope of practice requires a broad knowledge base and autonomous decision-making skills. A PHN also provides consultation and support to a wide array of professionals in the community. The Public Health Nurse works under the direction of the Manager of Public Health Nursing.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

  • Minimum of 2 years recent experience as a public health nurse

Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)

Licenses

  • Valid Class 5 driver's license
  • Registered Nurse (RN)

Competencies

  • Advanced - Communication skills
  • Intermediate - Assessment skills
  • Intermediate - Interpersonal skills

Knowledge and Abilities

  • Knowledge in community health nursing theory and principles
  • Knowledge in community health and public health concepts
  • Knowledge in growth and development of newborns/children/adolescents/adults
  • Ability to manage anaphylaxis and immunization administration
  • Ability to competently use computers and software applications
  • Ability to adapt to changing conditions
  • Working knowledge in health promotion
  • Knowledge in immunology and biologicals used for immunizations

Other Information

  • Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)

About Us

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.

Additional Information

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.