Nurse Practitioner
Health Careers in Sask
Saskatoon, SK-
Number of positions available : 1
- Salary To be discussed
- Published on October 18th, 2024
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Starting date : 1 position to fill as soon as possible
Description
Position #: 178356
Expected Start Date: October 28, 2024
Union: SUN
Facility: Saskatoon Home Care Office - Idylwyld Centre
City/Town: Saskatoon
Department: Home First & Home Visit Program
Type: Full-time regular
FTE: 1
Shift Information: Days, Weekends
Hours of Work: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks
Relief: No
Float: No
Field Hours: Yes
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse Practitioner $52.590 to $62.910
Travel Required: Yes
Job Description: The Nurse Practitioner RN(NP) is an advanced practice nurse with knowledge and skills gained through additional education and experience. The Nurse Practitioner blends an in-depth knowledge of nursing with the 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 RN(NP) practices within a framework of evidence-based primary care, holism, health promotion, and disease and injury prevention. The practice involves building partnerships with individuals, families, and communities. This includes community needs assessments; supporting inter-professional collaboration; and participating in continuous improvements through evaluative processes/projects.
Human Resources Exemption: No
Experience
- Three (3) years nursing experience
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)
Licenses
- Valid Class 5 driver's license
Other Education and Training
- CNA certificate in clinical practice area is an asset
- Gerontology certificate is acceptable
Knowledge and Abilities
- Knowledge in community development and facilitation strategies
- Knowledge in research processes and program evaluation
- Knowledge in conflict resolution techniques
- Demonstrates the ability to be resourceful and to adapt to changing conditions
- Knowledge in communication strategy, methods and tools
- Knowledge in clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment
- Knowledge in leadership strategies
Other Information
- Registered/eligible for registration with the CRNS as RN (NP)
- Travel required
- Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)
- One year nursing experience in a primary health or community setting preferred
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