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Nurse Practitioner

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November 18 2024
Expected expiry date: December 26 2024
Industries Healthcare, social assistance
Categories Nursing, Population Health
Whitecap, SK • Full time
  • Job Identification 26579
  • Job Category Primary Health Services
  • Posting Date 11/18/2024, 11:01 AM
  • Locations Whitecap Primary Health Care

Job Description

Position #: 166869

Expected Start Date: December 16, 2024

Union: SUN

Facility: Whitecap Primary Health Care

City/Town: Whitecap

Department: Primary Care Sites

Type: Casual

FTE: 0

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: Yes

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

Job Description: Provide primary health care services to the community, which includes health promotion and protection, disease and injury prevention, and provision of supportive, instructive treatment. implement therapeutic interventions (including pharmacotheraputic) for chronic, stable and common conditions. Utilize and synthesize from multiple sources appropriate health assessment and differential diagnosis of client/patient status. Assess need for ordering and interpreting appropriate laboratory, radiology and ultrasound diagnostic tests. Work in conjunction with the client, family and health providers to develop and implement holistic treatment, interventions and support. Be part of a diverse interdisciplinary team in the community of Whitecap Dakota and surrounding areas. May work with teams at other primary health centres. Provide educational support for students including nursing, medicine and other disciplines. Will support and participate in multi level chronic disease management strategies (individual, family and community). Assist individuals, families and communities to increase knowledge, control and influence of health determinants in the maintenance and improvement of their health status. Work with health care, community and intersectoral partners such as Public Health, Sask Learning, Department Of Community Resources and Employment. Support and assist in the development/implementation of quality initiatives to benefit service delivery models. Contribute to research activities.

Travel Required: Yes

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

  • Two (2) years advanced RN (NP) in applicable area
  • Three years fulltime experience as a Registered Nurse

Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)

Licenses

  • Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

  • Nursing diploma is acceptable
  • Basic Life Support Certificate (BLS)

Competencies

  • Advanced - Organizational skills
  • Advanced - Leadership skills
  • Advanced - Communication skills
  • Basic - Decision making skills
  • Advanced - Facilitation skills
  • Advanced - Research skills
  • Advanced - Problem solving skills

Knowledge and Abilities

  • Knowledge in education and program development, implementation and evaluation
  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
  • Knowledge in diverse cultures, values and traditions
  • Communication skills to transfer knowledge/skills

Other Information

  • Travel within the region and provincially
  • One (1) year nursing experience in a primary health care setting preferred
  • Community needs assessment/development and health promotion preferred
  • For more information on the reserve of Whitecap please visit https://whitecapdakota.com/
  • Registered/eligible for registration with the CRNS as RN (NP)
  • Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)
  • Whitecap is located approximately 26 km south of Saskatoon

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.