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Nurse Practitioner

Fort Qu'Appelle, SK, Canada

Job Info

  • Job Identification 54618
  • Job Category Primary Health Services
  • Posting Date 04/30/2025, 06:00 AM
  • Locations Fort Qu'Appelle Primary Health Care
  • Job Schedule Full time

Job Description

Position #: V48383

Expected Start Date: May 26, 2025

Union: SUN

Facility: Fort Qu'Appelle Primary Health Care

City/Town: Fort Qu'Appelle

Department: Primary Care Sites

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days, Evenings

Hours of Work: 28 shifts of 8 hours per 6 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: Yes

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse Practitioner $52.590 to $62.910

Travel Required: No

Job Description: This position works as part of an interdisciplinary primary health care team. Under the direction of Primary Health Care Manager, the Nurse Practitioner will provide primary health care services to the community. The Nurse Practitioner will be responsible for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for clients in the community both independently and collaboratively with a physician, depending upon the complexity of client needs. This includes: health promotion and protection; first line treatment and emergency services; provision of supportive counselling and instruction in management of medical conditions; disease and injury prevention; initiating and conducting community needs assessments and participating in evaluative projects; and collaboration with and referral to other health care professionals.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

  • 3 years experience as a RN in critical care, ER, acute care or primary care.
  • One year experience in community needs assessment/development/health promotion

Education

  • Master of Nursing - Nurse Practitioner (MN-NP)

Licenses

  • Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certificate (PALS)
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support Certificate (BCLS)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certificate (ACLS)
  • Experience in a community setting is an asset
  • Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner Specialization
  • International Trauma Life Support Certificate (ITLS)

Competencies

  • Critical thinking skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Verbal communication skills
  • Leadership skills

Knowledge and Abilities

  • Knowledge of community programs/services
  • Knowledge of common medical conditions and treatments.
  • Ability to take initiative
  • Positive approach to deal with challenging situations with empathy and sincerity
  • Knowledge in health services delivery in primary care and rural settings
  • Ability to adapt to and implement change
  • Knowledge in the principles of Population Health Promotion
  • Knowledge in philosophy and principles of holistic health care

Other Information

  • One year nursing experience in a primary health or community setting preferred
  • For more information on the town of Fort Qu'Appelle please visit http://www.fortquappelle.com/
  • Registered/eligible for registration with the CRNS as RN (NP)
  • Fort Qu'Appelle is located approximately 74 km east of Regina
  • Must possess a valid driver's license and have a vehicle available for work.
  • Position is based in Fort Qu'Appelle.

About Us

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.

Additional Information

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.

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