Job Description

Position # 9011968

Expected Start Date: August 31, 2026

Union: SUN

Facility: Yorkton Regional Health Centre

City/Town: Yorkton

Department: Emergency

Type: Part-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: October 22, 2027

FTE: 0.71

Shift Information: Days, Weekends

Number of Hours per Rotation: 27 shifts of 11.78 hours per 12 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

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

• Undergraduate degree or diploma in Nursing

Licenses

• Basic Life Support Level C Certificate (BLS-C)

Competencies

• Decision making skills
• Organizational skills
• Time management skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office programs (Word/Excel/Outlook)
• Knowledge in critical thinking processes
• Effective interpersonal relationship skills
• Competent critical thinking/judgement/autonomous decision making capabilities
• Makes independent clinical judgment based on evidence based best practice
• Knowledge in population and public health concepts
• Works independently, effectively and cooperatively with a multidisciplinary team
• Working knowledge in health promotion
• Knowledge of CRNS standards for nursing practice
• "Ability to work independently to plan and prioritize workload demands. "
• Demonstrated clinical competency
• Ability to coach, mentor and develop others
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development
• Responsible for accurate observation/documentation of patient related info.
• Knowledge in Infection Prevention and Control standards
• Sensitive and understanding of diverse cultural aspects of population served
• Conflict resolution skills to effectively handle difficult issues
• Ability to conduct assessments/prioritize client needs/develop treatment plans
• Ability to balance the needs and interests of diverse group
• Knowledge in LEAN management system

Other Information

• Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)
• Valid driver's license, where required
• Nursing experience in Chronic Disease Management is desired.
• Supports the mission/philosophy/objectives of the Saskatchewan Health Authority
• High level of accuracy is required in handling specialized equipment
• High level of accuracy required in health assessment/nursing diagnosis/treatment
• Practices within Canadian Nurses Association Code of Ethics
• 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.