Job Description

Position # 9007593

Expected Start Date: TBD

Union: SUN

Facility: Royal University Hospital

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Case Management - MAID

Type: Part-time regular

FTE: 0.5

Shift Information: Days, Evenings, Weekends

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

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: Field Hours

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse Practitioner $52.590 to $62.910

Travel Required: Yes

The Nurse Practitioner will blend their in-depth knowledge with their understanding of the legislation to assess and support the full range of options for end of life care including Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID). The Nurse Practitioner collaborates with interdisciplinary team members and liaises with health professionals and agencies throughout the province to facilitate high quality care for the patient and family seeking this service. The position will require response to needs in all health facilities and dwellings within the neighboring rural areas.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• Minimum one year experience in community and palliative
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in emergency and/or critical care.

Education

• Master of Nursing - Nurse Practitioner (MN-NP)

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

• Basic Life Support Certificate (BLS)

Competencies

• Advanced - Communication skills
• Advanced - Critical thinking skills
• Advanced - Demonstrates leadership skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office programs (Word/Excel/Outlook)
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge in appropriate end of life care and principles
• Commitment to continued learning and professional development.
• Be a champion of patient and family-centered care
• Demonstrates empathy, trust and respect in the provision of care
• Proficient in peripheral access
• Some knowledge and practical application of central line access

Other Information

• For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/
• Previous experience with patients exploring end of life options is an asset.
• Registered/eligible for registration with the CRNS as RN (NP)
• Ability to travel when required

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.