Nurse Practitioner

Job summary

The Nurse Practitioner will provide Primary Health Care services to assigned populations, including health assessment, health promotion, and treatment interventions. Collaboration with other healthcare providers and participation in quality improvement initiatives are also key aspects of the role.

Job details

Position #: 196037 Expected Start Date: To be Determined, Posted Until Filled Union: SUN Facility: Redvers Health Centre City/Town: Redvers Department: Primary Care Sites Type: Full-time regular FTE: 1 Shift Information: Days, Standby Hours of Work: 224 hours per 6 weeks Relief: No Float: No Field Hours: No Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse Practitioner $52.590 to $62.910 Travel Required: Yes Job Description: Reporting to the Primary Health Care Manager, or his/her designate, Primary Health Care Teams and in collaboration with physicians and health care provider team members, the Registered Nurse (Nurse Practitioner) will provide Primary Health Care (PHC) services to assigned populations which may include: urban populations, visiting services to rural communities, and/or priority populations (e.g. newcomers, teens, residents in long term care facilities) as determined by community and program needs. As the PHC Team evolves, and based on needs of the population, the position may be required to provide new practices such as nurse-led extended hour clinic services. Primary Health Care services include health assessment, health promotion and education, disease and injury prevention and assessment, treatment interventions; collaboration with, and referral to, other health care providers; participation in quality improvement, patient safety, community development, clinical practice redesign, and evaluation. Human Resources Exemption: No Experience Three (3) years experience working as a Registered Nurse Experience as RN (NP) in a Primary Health Care setting preferred. Education Master of Nursing - Nurse Practitioner (MN-NP) Licenses Valid Class 5 driver's license Other Education and Training Basic Life Support Certificate (BLS) Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certificate (ACLS) Competencies Basic - Interpersonal skills Computer skills Advanced - Organizational skills Basic - Communication skills to provide/obtain verbal and/or written opinions/advice Intermediate - Leadership skills Advanced - Decision making skills Knowledge and Abilities Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team Ability to competently use computers and software applications Working knowledge in health promotion Knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships. Ability to make decisions on patient care and coordination of equipment Ability to make decisions, which must include coordination of staffing Knowledge in community development Other Information Travel may be required to provide service to sites within the area Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS) May be eligible for the Nurse Practitioner Relocation Grant of up to $40,000 This position supports Redvers and Carnduff communities 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.

What you’ll do

The Nurse Practitioner will provide Primary Health Care services to assigned populations, including health assessment, health promotion, and treatment interventions. Collaboration with other healthcare providers and participation in quality improvement initiatives are also key aspects of the role.

Requirements

Candidates must have three years of experience as a Registered Nurse, with a preference for experience in a Primary Health Care setting. A Master of Nursing - Nurse Practitioner degree and valid Class 5 driver's license are required, along with Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certifications.

Listed skills

• Clinical care · Preferred
• assessment · Preferred
• Collaboration · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• Quality Improvement · Preferred
• Decision Making · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Development · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Community development · Preferred
• coordination · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Interpersonal Skills
• Computer Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Communication Skills
• Leadership Skills
• Decision Making Skills
• Health Promotion Knowledge
• Microsoft Office Suite Knowledge
• Patient Care Decision Making
• Staffing Coordination
• Community Development Knowledge

Job areas

• Healthcare

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