Nurse Practitioner
About The Position
The Nurse Practitioner supports the mission, philosophy and objectives of the Saskatchewan Health Authority and is responsible for assessment planning, delivery and evaluation of health care services to the long term care residents and clients in the multipurpose beds of The Yorkton & District Nursing Home. This is done in collaboration with the family physicians, other health care providers, community organizations and programs and the resident and their family. 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. 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.
Requirements
- 3 years experience as an RN in primary care, public health or acute care
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)
- Valid Class 5 driver's license
- Nursing diploma is acceptable
- Master of Nurse Practitioner is acceptable
- Basic Life Support Health Care Provider Certificate (BLS-HCP)
- Advanced - Analytical skills
- Advanced - Decision making skills
- Facilitation skills
- Teaching skills
- Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrates empathy, trust and respect in the provision of care
- Ability to be self directed and work relatively independently
- Ability to make sound decisions on complex issues relating to chronic conditions
- Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others as required
- Ability to adapt to and implement change
- Demonstrates capacity to plan, implement and evaluate multiple assessments
- Enhanced knowledge of clinical assessment
- Demonstrates leadership, confidence and autonomy in the RN(NP) role
- Enhanced knowledge of diagnosis and treatment of common illnesses
- Demonstrates knowledge of multiple health promotion strategies
- Knowledge of community resources
- Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)
- Registered/eligible for registration with the CRNS as RN (NP)
Responsibilities
- Assessment planning, delivery and evaluation of health care services to the long term care residents and clients in the multipurpose beds of The Yorkton & District Nursing Home.
- Collaboration with family physicians, other health care providers, community organizations and programs, and the resident and their family.
Benefits
- May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
