Nurse Practitioner

Position #: 9012270

Expected Start Date: To be determined. Open until filled.

Union: SUN

Facility: Addictions Treatment Centre Clinic - Regina

City/Town: Regina

Department: Virtual Access to Addictions Medicine Clinic (VAAM)

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days, Evenings, Weekends and Stats

Number of Hours per Rotation: 149.4 hours per 4 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of work: Standard hours

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 Mental Health and Addiction Services. Under the direction of the Mental Health and Addiction Services Manager; the Nurse Practitioner will provide Mental Health and Addiction services to the community of the Saskatchewan Health Authority. 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 as required.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

• Graduate from an approved School of Nursing
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)

Experience

• 3 years experience as an RN in primary care, public health or acute care
• One year experience in community needs assessment/development/health promotion

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of community services, programs, and resources
• Knowledge in population health promotion and its relationship to health status
• Knowledge of common medical conditions and treatments.
• Demonstrates ability to assess the community for primary care needs
• Recognizes the need for holistic care for individuals, families, and groups
• Decision making through the application of knowledge and critical thinking
• Demonstrates ability in verbal and non-verbal communication techniques
• Demonstrates leadership and organizational skills
• Demonstrates ability to show initiative and self-direction
• Demonstrates ability to accept and implement change
• Demonstrates empathy, trust and respect in the provision of care
• Knowledge in individual assessment and counselling skills
• Ability to apply methods and principles of nursing process

Other Education & Training

• Certification in Primary Care Nurse Practitioner or equivalent program required
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Certificate (BCLS)
• Willing to become certified in Opioid Agonist Therapy (OAT) upon position start

Other Information

• Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)
• Possession of and ability to maintain current registration as RN (NP) with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS).
• Requires a valid driver’s license. May require access to a vehicle for work.
• For more information on the city of Regina please visit https://www.regina.ca/

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.