Nurse B - Public Health Nurse

Humboldt, SK
On-site
Posted Oct 8, 2026
1 position

$42–$52 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time, Temporary
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Apply by: Oct 17, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 38 hours per week

Job summary

The Public Health Nurse provides nursing services within the framework of the Population Health Promotion Model and Primary Health Care. This role involves making independent assessments, liaising with community groups, and implementing health promotion and protection strategies.

Job details

Position #: 9013174 Expected Start Date: Union: SUN Facility: Lanigan Hospital City/Town: Lanigan Department: Public Health Nursing Type: Full-time temporary Expected Up to Date: October 31, 2027 FTE: 1 Shift Information: Days, Evenings, Weekends Number of Hours per Rotation: 28 shifts of 8 hours per 6 weeks Relief: No Float: No Hours of Work: Field Hours Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse B $42.040 to $52.440 Travel Required: Yes Job Description: The Public Health Nurse (PHN), as an integral member of the Public Health Services team, provides nursing services within the framework of the Population Health Promotion Model and Primary Health Care. This employee works relatively independently and is expected to make primary decisions based on sound assessments in accordance with The Public Health Act, both regional and PHN specific policy and procedures, the CRNS Standards of Practice, the Canadian Nurses Association Code of Ethics for Nurses, the Community Health Nurses of Canada - Standards of Practice, and PHN Discipline Specific Competencies. Knowledge, skills, and abilities specific to health promotions, prevention, and protection are inherent in this role. This employee liaises with, and refers to, other health personnel, and other sectors and community groups. Human Resources Exemption: No Experience * Minimum of one (1) year Public Health Nursing experience is an asset. Education * Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) Memberships * College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS) Other Education and Training * Current CPR Level C Knowledge and Abilities * Negotiation, conflict resolution and mediation skills. * Demonstrates flexibility by adjusting workload to accommodate client needs. * Communicate effectively orally and written with clients of varying ages * Uses critical analysis, reflective practice and assessment. * Communicate effectively orally and written socio-economic status * Ability to work collaboratively with team members and the community at large. * Knowledge in individual assessment and counselling skills * Knowledge in health promotion and prevention strategies * Demonstrated knowledge in educational resource development. * High level of accuracy in health assessment, nursing diagnosis and treatment. * Health Promotion strategies include building healthy public policy * Knowledge in community development * Ability to exercise independent nursing judgement * Ability to analyze health issues in the context of political & social climate * Knowledge of facilitation strategies * Demonstrated knowledge in media communication and social marketing. * Ability to be flexible and adaptable to changing workload * Communicate effectively orally and written with targeted populations Other Information * Travel within the region and provincially * This position is multi-site and may cross former region and network boundaries to service 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

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) and be registered with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS). A minimum of one year of public health nursing experience is considered an asset, along with current CPR Level C certification.