Nurse Practitioner

Position #: 129518
Expected Start Date: October 16, 2026
Union: SUN
Facility: Buffalo Narrows Health Centre
City/Town: Buffalo Narrows
Department: Primary Care Sites
Type: Casual
FTE: 0
Relief: No
Float: No
Hours of Work: Field Hours
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse Practitioner $52.590 to $62.910
Travel Required: No
Job Description: The Nurse Practitioner blends an in-depth knowledge of nursing with their legal authority and autonomy to order diagnostic tests, prescribe pharmaceuticals and perform specific procedures in the management and treatment of illnesses and stable chronic conditions. The practice involves working within the nursing program objectives, guidelines, and policies and procedures; building partnerships, completing community needs assessments; supporting inter-professional collaboration; and participating in continuous improvements through evaluative processes/projects.
Human Resources Exemption: No
Experience

• Five (5) years experience as a nurse practitioner

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)
• Master of Nursing - Nurse Practitioner (MN-NP)

Other Education and Training

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certificate (ACLS)

Competencies

• Assessment skills
• Problem solving skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Decision making skills
• Communication skills to transfer knowledge/skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to adapt to changing conditions
• Knowledge of diverse health issues, culture and traditions
• Ability to competently use computers and software applications

Other Information

• For more information on the village of Buffalo Narrows please visit http://buffalonarrows.com/
• Registered/eligible for registration with the CRNS as RN (NP)
• Buffalo Narrows is located approximately 246 km north of Meadow Lake
• May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives
• No guaranteed Hours

About Us

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.