Nurse Practitioner

Saskatchewan Health Authority · Watrous

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. 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

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