Nurse B - Public Health Nurse at HealthCareersInSask.ca

Wadena, Saskatchewan, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jun, 26

Salary

52.44

Posted On

07 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Public Health Nursing, Program Planning, Health Promotion, Community Assessment, Health Consultation, Emotional Support, Referral, Educational Material Development, Immunization, Disease Reduction, Infant Screening, Preschool Screening, Student Precepting, Record Keeping, Workload Measurement, Teamwork

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Position #: 205154 Expected Start Date: March 30, 2026 Union: SUN Facility: Wadena Hospital City/Town: Wadena Department: Public Health Nursing Type: Full-time temporary Expected Up to Date: November 06, 2026 FTE: 1 Shift Information: Days, Weekends, Standby 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 B $42.040 to $52.440 Travel Required: Yes Job Description: Assists in planning/implementation/evaluation of program activities based on determinants of health, best practice literature & community assessment. Provides health information/consultation/emotional support & referral via telephone & in one-on-one contacts (clinical, school, home & community setting). Reviews/develops/evaluates educational materials. Assists in writing articles/preparing bulletin board displays & appearing in television interviews. Conducts educational programs for selected population groups in a variety of settings. Provides parenting education & support programs to foster healthy functioning families. Uses strategies to reduce communicable disease including immunization. Screens infants & preschool children for specific delays & deficiencies related to growth & development. Provides observational experiences for nursing/medical/nutrition students. Precepts nursing students. Maintains accurate client records/statistics/workload measurement tools. Human Resources Exemption: No Education * Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) Other Education and Training * Basic Life Support Certificate (BLS) Knowledge and Abilities * Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team * Ability to communicate with clients from diverse economic backgrounds * Ability to communicate with clients from diverse social backgrounds * Ability to communicate with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds Other Information * For more information on the city of Humboldt please visit https://humboldt.ca/ * Travel within the region and provincially * Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS) * May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives 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.

Responsibilities

The nurse assists in planning, implementing, and evaluating public health program activities based on health determinants and best practices, providing health information, consultation, and support in various settings. Responsibilities also include developing educational materials, conducting educational programs, providing parenting support, reducing communicable diseases through immunization, screening young children, precepting students, and maintaining accurate records.