Nurse A - Registered Nurse General Duty Nurse

Position # : 9011857

Expected Start Date: To be Determined, Posted Until Filled

Union: SUN

Facility: Yorkton Regional Health Centre

City/Town: Yorkton

Department: Combined Medical&Surgical Intensive Care Nursing Unit

Type: Part-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: June 22, 2027

FTE: 0.63

Shift Information: Days, Nights

Number of Hours per Rotation: 8 shifts of 11.78 hours per 4 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: Extended Shift Hours (11.78)

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse A $38.580 to $50.070

Travel Required: No

Job Description: The Registered Nurse (RN) provides safe, competent, and evidence-based nursing care within a client- and family-centered model. Working both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, the RN conducts assessments, develops and implements care plans, provides health education, and supports clients across diverse social, economic, cultural, and age groups. The RN practices in accordance with the standards of the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS), the Canadian Nurses Association Code of Ethics, and the mission, philosophy, and objectives of the Saskatchewan Health Authority.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)

Licenses

Basic Life Support Level C Certificate (BLS-C)

Competencies

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Sound clinical judgment skills

Decision making skills

Knowledge and Abilities

Works independently, effectively and cooperatively with a multidisciplinary team

Uses independent judgment based on evidence-based practice.

Ability to balance the needs and interests of diverse group

Responsible for accurate observation/documentation of patient related info.

Sensitive and understanding of diverse cultural aspects of population served

Ability to coach, mentor and develop others

Uses independent judgment based on Public Health principles.

Knowledge in critical thinking processes

Knowledge in Infection Prevention and Control standards

"Ability to work independently to plan and prioritize workload demands. "

Knowledge in population and public health concepts

Knowledge of CRNS standards for nursing practice

Advance computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Access).

Ability to conduct assessments/prioritize client needs/develop treatment plans

Conflict resolution skills to effectively handle difficult issues

Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development

Competent critical thinking/judgement/autonomous decision making capabilities

Effective interpersonal relationship skills

Communicate effectively orally and written socio-economic status

Knowledge in LEAN management system

Other Information

Nursing experience in Chronic Disease Management is desired.

High level of accuracy is required in handling specialized equipment

Practices with Canadian Nurses Association Code of Ethics

Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)

Supports the mission/philosophy/objectives of the Saskatchewan Health Authority

High level of accuracy required in health assessment/nursing diagnosis/treatment

Valid driver's license, where required

Scheduled hours of work may be reduced during the rotation stipulated when a statutory holiday is recognized during that period.

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.