Nurse Practitioner

Position #: 9000912

Expected Start Date: January 08, 2026

Union: SUN

Facility: Jim Pattison Children's Hospital

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Pediatric Nursing Unit - 1

Type: Part-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: July 08, 2027

FTE: 0.5

Shift Information: Days, Evenings, 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: No

Job Description: The Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) is an advanced practice nurse with knowledge & skills gained through additional education and experience specializing in pediatrics. The PNP blends an in-depth knowledge of advanced health assessment & diagnosis, therapeutic management with the legal authority & autonomy to order diagnostic tests, prescribe pharmaceuticals & perform specific procedures in the management & treatment of common acute pediatric illnesses & stable chronic conditions. The PNP practices within a framework of evidence-based practice, health promotion, & disease & injury prevention. The practice involves building partnerships with individuals/families, & communities, including supporting inter-professional collaboration & continuous improvements through evaluative processes/projects. The PNP will be based out of the Pediatric Inpatient Department but will also function in outpatient & community settings.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• 5 years General Nursing Experience
• Three (3) full-time years recent experience working in a pediatric area

Education

• Master's Degree in Nursing, with Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Designation

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation HCP Certificate (CPR-HCP)

Competencies

• Advanced - Conflict resolution skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Demonstrates communication verbal/nonverbal to build relationships
• Knowledge in research processes and program evaluation
• Diagnostic intervention skills working to the scope of practice of RN (NP) role
• Health assessment skills working to the scope of practice of the RN (NP) role
• Demonstrates capacity to plan, implement and evaluate multiple assessments
• Knowledge of palliative care and end of life care strategies
• Adaptability for competing/changing patient priorities, situations, environment
• Therapeutic intervention skills working to the scope of practice of RN (NP) role
• Demonstrates leadership, confidence and autonomy in the RN(NP) role
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment in acute/ambulatory care
• Knowledge in leadership strategies
• Knowledge in complex pediatric illnesses and chronic conditions
• Demonstrates ability to implement coordinated, comprehensive care.
• Ability to initiate and exercise critical thinking and decision-making
• Pharmacotherapeutic intervention skills to the scope of practice of RN (NP) role
• Knowledge of quality of life care with medical complexity
• Demonstrates capacity for visioning, goal setting and utilizing change theory
• Ability to handle difficult situations resulting in productive outcomes
• Demonstrates empathy, trust and respect in the provision of care

Other Information

• Ability to travel when required
• Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)
• For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/
• May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives

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.

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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.