Nurse Practitioner at HealthCareersInSask.ca

Wakaw, Saskatchewan, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jun, 26

Salary

62.91

Posted On

18 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Critical Thinking, Empathy, Trust, Respect, Leadership, Confidence, Autonomy, Educational Skills, Therapeutic Intervention, Planning, Organizing, Coordinating, Clinical Assessment, Holistic Care, Decision-Making, Pharmacotherapeutic Intervention

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Position #: 151296 Expected Start Date: Union: SUN Facility: Wakaw Primary Health Care City/Town: Wakaw Department: Primary Care Sites Type: Full-time temporary Expected Up to Date: August 31, 2026 FTE: 1 Shift Information: Days 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 Practitioner $52.590 to $62.910 Travel Required: Yes Job Description: Provide primary health care services, health promotion/protection, disease/injury prevention, provision of supportive, instructive, treatment/emergency services. Implement therapeutic interventions for chronic, stable, common conditions. Utilize & synthesize appropriate health assessment & differential diagnosis of client/patient status. Assess need for ordering & interpreting appropriate laboratory, radiology and ultrasound tests. Work with client, family and health providers to develop & implement holistic treatment, interventions & support. Provide educational support for students. Support and participate in multi-level chronic disease management strategies. Assist individuals, families & communities to increase knowledge, control & influence of health determinants in the maintenance & improvement of their health status. Work with health care, community and inter-sectoral partners. Support & assist with development/implementation of quality initiatives to benefit service delivery. Human Resources Exemption: No Experience * Three (3) years full-time experience as a Registered Nurse Education * Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) Licenses * Valid Class 5 driver's license Other Education and Training * Basic Life Support Certificate (BLS) Competencies * Advanced - Critical thinking skills Knowledge and Abilities * Demonstrates empathy, trust and respect in the provision of care * Demonstrates leadership, confidence and autonomy in the RN(NP) role * Demonstrates educational skills & strategies produce positive healthy outcomes * Therapeutic intervention skills working relevant to practice of the RN(NP) role * Ability to plan/organize/coordinate with other multidisciplinary team members * Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development * Ability to communicate information for development projects * Demonstrates ability in verbal and non-verbal communication techniques * Ability to handle difficult situations resulting in productive outcomes * Ability to build and maintain effective relationships/partnerships * Ability to perform clinical/health assessment * Demonstrates capacity to plan, implement and evaluate multiple assessments * Demonstrates capacity for visioning, goal setting and utilizing change theory * Pharmacotherapeutic intervention skills to the scope of practice of RN (NP) role * Ability to provide holistic care to individuals,families & the community * Ability to initiate and exercise critical thinking and decision-making Other Information * Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS) * For more information on the town of Wakaw please visit https://wakaw.ca/ * One (1) year nursing experience in a primary health care setting preferred * Registered/eligible for registration with the CRNS as RN (NP) * Wakaw is located approximately 64 km south of Prince Albert * 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 Practitioner will provide primary health care services, including health promotion, disease prevention, and implementing therapeutic interventions for chronic, stable conditions. Responsibilities also involve utilizing health assessments, ordering/interpreting tests, and collaborating with clients, families, and providers on holistic treatment plans.