Nurse Practitioner

Position #: 178230

Expected Start Date: To be determined. Open until filled.

Union: SUN

Facility: La Ronge Health Centre

City/Town: La Ronge

Department: Integrated Nursing Unit

Type: Casual

FTE: 0

Relief: No

Float: No

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

Travel Required: No

Job Description: Advanced practice nurse with knowledge and skills gained through additional education and experience. Nurse 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 patients. Position practices within a framework of evidence-based primary care, holism, health promotion, and disease and injury prevention. 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. provides clinical assessment and treatment strategies that reflect in-depth knowledge of the care populations.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

• Basic Cardiac Life Support Level C Certificate (BCLS)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certificate (PALS)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certificate (ACLS)
• Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale certificate (CTAS)
• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)

Competencies

• Advanced - Interpersonal skills
• Advanced - Leadership skills
• Advanced - Critical thinking skills
• Advanced - Public relations skills
• Advanced - Communication skills
• Advanced - Organizational skills
• Advanced - Decision making skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Demonstrate ability to use computers and associated equipment
• Knowledge in critical thinking processes
• Demonstrates ability to accept and implement change
• Demonstrate ability to use various clinical and diagnostic machines
• Ability to take initiative
• Excellent public relations skills
• Positive approach to deal with challenging situations with empathy and sincerity
• Ability to provide holistic care to individuals, families & the community
• Demonstrates ability in verbal and non-verbal communication techniques
• Demonstrates empathy, trust and respect in the provision of care

Other Information

• Registered/eligible for registration with the CRNS as RN (NP)
• Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)
• For more information on the town of La Ronge please visit https://www.laronge.ca/
• La Ronge is located approximately 241 km north of Prince Albert
• May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives
• No guaranteed hours

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.

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.