Nurse Practitioner

Position #: 167410

Expected Start Date: October 19, 2026

Union: SUN

Facility: Station 20 West

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Health Bus

Type: Part-time regular

FTE: 0.5

Shift Information: Days, Evenings, Weekends, Standby

Number of Hours per Rotation: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 6 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: Yes

Job Description: Reporting to the Manager of Primary Health, the Nurse Practitioner will: provides clinical support related to high risk behaviours of population; provides chronic disease management and treatment of common medical problems for people who have significant barriers to accessing health care; supports referrals to other health services as needed. Work reflects understanding of determinants of health that influence health in the core neighborhoods. Works with Health Care, Community and Intersectoral partners such as Public Health and EMS department of Social Work to improve the health of citizens in Saskatoon core neighborhoods. Has an increased understanding and sensitivity to aboriginal culture and effects on health care delivery. Demonstrates capacity to engage people in health enhancing education, activities and services.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• Three (3) years full-time experience as a Registered Nurse
• Two (2) years advanced RN (NP) in applicable area

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

• Nursing diploma is acceptable
• Basic Life Support Certificate (BLS)

Competencies

• Basic - Organizational skills
• Basic - Communication skills to provide/obtain verbal and/or written opinions/advice
• Basic - Critical thinking skills
• Basic - Leadership skills
• Basic - Conflict resolution skills
• Basic - Teaching skills
• Basic - Facilitation skills
• Basic - Decision making skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge in assessment, treatment and education related to sexual health
• Demonstrates capacity for visioning, goal setting and utilizing change theory
• Ability to take initiative
• Knowledge of addictions interventions involving drugs, alcohol or tobacco
• Ability to adapt to changing conditions
• Commitment to continued learning and professional development.
• Demonstrates empathy, trust and respect in the provision of care
• Demonstrates educational skills & strategies produce positive healthy outcomes
• Demonstrates capacity to work closely with multiple physicians
• Therapeutic intervention skills working relevant to practice of the RN(NP) role
• Demonstrates leadership, confidence and autonomy in the RN(NP) role
• Knowledge of health needs of urban individuals, families and communities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Ability to provide holistic care to individuals,families & the community
• Demonstrates clinical/health assessment, diagnostic, pharmacotherapeutic

Other Information

• May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives
• One (1) year nursing experience in a primary health care setting preferred
• For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/
• Possession of a personal vehicle suitable for use in the performance of duties
• Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)
• This position will include the Health Bus & work in the core neighbourhoods
• Provincial posting open to SUN members – SUN/SAHO CBA Articles 27.02 and 27.05
• Registered/eligible for registration with the CRNS as RN (NP)
• 1st preference given to staff of fSaskatoon HR employees and its affiliates
• Scheduled hours of work may be reduced when a statutory holiday is recognized

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.