Nurse Practitioner

Position #: 177800

Expected Start Date:

Union: SUN

Facility: Watrous District Health Complex

City/Town: Watrous

Department: Primary Care Sites

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days, Evenings

Number of Hours per Rotation: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: Field Hours

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

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: This position encompasses a Registered Nurse (Nurse Practitioner) NP that may work in acute care, long term care, primary health care, continuing care, urgent care or the emergency room. The position will report to and work under the direction of a manager in one of the designated program areas. This position is responsible for assessment planning, delivery and evaluation of health care services to patients. The RN (NP) practices within a framework of evidence-based interventions, holism, health promotion, disease and injury prevention and the provision of supportive, instructive, treatment and acute and emergency services. The RN (NP) blends an in-depth knowledge of nursing with their 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 practice involves working within the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) nursing program objectives, guidelines, and policies and procedures and building partnerships that support inter-professional collaboration.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• Min. 3 years RN exp. in Emergency, Acute, LTC, Continuing Care, Primary Care

Education

• Master's degree in nursing

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certificate (ACLS)
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Level C Certificate (BCLS)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certificate (PALS)
• Basic Life Support Certificate (BLS)
• Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) training

Competencies

• Advanced - Research skills
• Advanced - Leadership skills
• Basic - Communication skills to transfer knowledge/skills
• Advanced - Organizational skills
• Basic - Decision making skills
• Advanced - Communication skills
• Advanced - Facilitation skills
• Advanced - Problem solving skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of the diversity of cultures, values and traditions 
• Knowledge of aboriginal health issues, culture and traditions
• Demonstrates ability to show initiative and self-direction
• Recognizes the need for holistic care for individuals, families, and groups
• Demonstrates knowledge of community services, programs, and resources
• Demonstrates leadership, confidence and autonomy in the RN (NP) role
• Knowledge in the principles of Population Health Promotion
• Demonstrates capacity to work closely with multiple physicians
• Demonstrates capacity to plan, implement and evaluate multiple assessments
• Knowledge in skin and wound care
• Ability to develop and deliver formal education programs
• Demonstrates strong communication and organizational skills
• Knowledge of common medical conditions and treatments.
• Ability to apply methods and principles of nursing process
• Knowledge in individual assessment and counselling skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of teaching abilities & group facilitation skills
• Demonstrate responsible decision-making supported by strong critical thinking
• Excellent public relations skills
• Demonstrates ability in verbal and non-verbal communication techniques
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Demonstrates empathy, trust and respect in the provision of care
• Demonstrates ability to accept and implement change

Other Information

• For more information on the town of Watrous please visit http://townofwatrous.com/
• Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)
• May be eligible for additional incentives, please see Ministry of Health website
• Registered/eligible for registration with the CRNS as RN (NP)
• May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives
• Watrous is located approximately 117 km southeast of Saskatoon
• Travel within Saskatchewan 

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.

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.