Nurse Practitioner

Job summary

The Nurse Practitioner will manage and treat illnesses and stable chronic conditions by ordering diagnostic tests and prescribing pharmaceuticals. They are also responsible for building community partnerships, conducting needs assessments, and supporting inter-professional collaboration.

Job details

Position #: 175703 Expected Start Date: May 17, 2026 Union: SUN Facility: Buffalo Narrows Health Centre City/Town: Buffalo Narrows Department: Primary Care Sites Type: Full-time regular FTE: 1 Shift Information: Days Number of Hours per Rotation: 112 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: The Nurse Practitioner 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 illnesses and stable chronic conditions. The practice involves working within the nursing program objectives, guidelines, and policies and procedures; building partnerships, completing community needs assessments; supporting inter-professional collaboration; and participating in continuous improvements through evaluative processes/projects. Human Resources Exemption: No Experience * Five (5) years experience as a nurse practitioner Education * Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) * Master of Nursing - Nurse Practitioner (MN-NP) Other Education and Training * Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certificate (ACLS) Competencies * Assessment skills * Interpersonal skills * Decision making skills * Communication skills to transfer knowledge/skills * Problem solving skills Knowledge and Abilities * Knowledge of diverse health issues, culture and traditions * Ability to competently use computers and software applications * Ability to adapt to changing conditions Other Information * For more information on the village of Buffalo Narrows please visit http://buffalonarrows.com/ * Buffalo Narrows is located approximately 246 km north of Meadow Lake * Registered/eligible for registration with the CRNS as RN (NP) * May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives * May be eligible for the Rural and Remote Recruitment Incentive of up to $50,000 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 manage and treat illnesses and stable chronic conditions by ordering diagnostic tests and prescribing pharmaceuticals. They are also responsible for building community partnerships, conducting needs assessments, and supporting inter-professional collaboration.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Master of Nursing - Nurse Practitioner degree. Additionally, five years of experience as a nurse practitioner and an Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certificate are required.

Benefits

• Recruitment incentives
• Retention incentives
• Rural and remote recruitment incentive

Listed skills

• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Assessment skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Decision making skills
• Communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Diagnostic testing
• Pharmaceutical prescription
• Community needs assessment
• Inter-professional collaboration
• Patient-centred care
• Clinical procedures
• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Education and Training
• Chronic Diseases
• Bachelor Of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Cultural Responsiveness
• Knowledge Transfer
• Needs Assessment
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification
• Reconciliation
• Management
• Decision Making
• Communication
• Interpersonal Communications
• Problem Solving
• Nurse Practitioner (APRN-CNP)
• Nursing
• Pharmaceuticals
• Primary Care

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Nurse Practitioner
• Nursing Professionals
• Nurse Practitioners

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