Nurse Practitioner

HealthCareersInSask.ca

10d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Five (5) years experience as a nurse practitioner
• Master of Nursing - Nurse Practitioner (MN-NP)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certificate (ACLS)
• Basic - Interpersonal skills
• Basic - Decision making skills
• Basic - Assessment skills
• Basic - Problem solving skills
• Communication skills to transfer knowledge/skills
• Ability to adapt to changing conditions
• Knowledge in diverse cultures, values and traditions
• Ability to competently use computers and software applications
• Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)
• Valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) dated within six (6) months, including a vulnerable sector search (required for interview)

Responsibilities

• Order diagnostic tests
• Prescribe pharmaceuticals
• Perform specific procedures in the management and treatment of illnesses and stable chronic conditions
• Work within the nursing program objectives, guidelines, and policies and procedures
• Build partnerships
• Complete community needs assessments
• Support inter-professional collaboration
• Participate in continuous improvements through evaluative processes/projects

Benefits

• May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Senior