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Nurse Practitioner
@ HealthCareersInSask.ca
Biggar, Saskatchewan
Overview
The Saskatchewan Health Authority is hiring a full-time Nurse Practitioner for the Primary Care Sites at Biggar & District Health Centre in Biggar, Saskatchewan. The role provides clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment of common acute illnesses and stable chronic conditions, using prescribing and diagnostic authority. Shifts are day shifts of 14 eight-hour shifts per three weeks, with a pay band of $52.590 to $62.910 per hour and possible recruitment or retention incentives.
Responsibilities:
- Assess, diagnose and treat patients with acute illnesses and stable chronic conditions
- Order diagnostic tests and prescribe pharmaceuticals
- Perform specific procedures within scope
- Conduct community needs assessments and build community partnerships
- Support interprofessional collaboration and deliver formal education programs
Requirements summary:
- Master of Nursing, Nurse Practitioner (MN-NP)
- Registered Nurse Practitioner (RN(NP)) with CRNS registration
- Valid Class 5 driver's licence
- Basic Cardiac Life Support Level C (BCLS)
- Advanced communication, leadership and decision-making skills
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-05
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Physicians & advanced practice |
| Hours per week | 37.3 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Licences & certifications | RN(NP), BCLS |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | Master’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Nursing |
| Perks mentioned | Performance bonus |
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Position #: 205922
Expected Start Date: To Be Determined
Union: SUN
Facility: Biggar & District Health Centre
City/Town: Biggar
Department: Primary Care Sites
Type: Full-time regular
FTE: 1
Shift Information: Days
Hours of Work: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks
Relief: No
Float: No
Field Hours: No
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse Practitioner $52.590 to $62.910
Travel Required: Yes
Job Description: Advanced practice nurse with knowledge and skills gained through additional education and experience. Nurse 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 patients. Position practices within a framework of evidence-based primary care, holism, health promotion, and disease and injury prevention. 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. provides clinical assessment and treatment strategies that reflect in-depth knowledge of the care populations.
Human Resources Exemption: No
Education
- Master of Nursing - Nurse Practitioner (MN-NP)
Licenses
- Valid Class 5 driver's license
- Registered Nurse Practitioner (RN(NP))
Other Education and Training
- Basic Cardiac Life Support Level C Certificate (BCLS)
Competencies
- Advanced - Communication skills
- Advanced - Facilitation skills
- Advanced - Decision making skills
- Advanced - Leadership skills
- Advanced - Research skills
- Advanced - Organizational skills
- Advanced - Problem solving skills
Knowledge and Abilities
- Ability to develop and deliver formal education programs
- Ability to work independently
- Knowledge in diverse cultures, values and traditions
- Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
Other Information
- May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives
- Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)
- Biggar is located approximately 93 km west of Saskatoon
- For more information on the town of Biggar please visit https://townofbiggar.com/
- May be eligible for additional incentives, please see Ministry of Health website
- May be eligible for the Rural and Remote Recruitment Incentive of up to $50,000
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.
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.Journal
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