Nurse - Adult Corrections

Government of Saskatchewan; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 46,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization is seeking a Nurse for a permanent full-time position at the Saskatoon Correctional Centre. Candidates must be actively registered with the appropriate nursing association and possess a strong commitment to patient care and teamwork. Responsibilities include providing direct care, maintaining records, and addressing medical emergencies. The role requires effective communication and respect for diversity in a challenging environment. Salary ranges from $46,607 to $56,702 annually.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical and psychiatric theories and intervention strategies.
• Understanding of drug/alcohol withdrawal indicators and communicable diseases.
• Awareness of public health issues and risk factors.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care and treatment to male patients.
• Maintain accurate patient records and promote preventative health measures.
• Respond to medical and psychiatric emergencies with appropriate interventions.

Skills

Compassionate care

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork and collaboration

Education

Active registration with RPN or RN association

Job description

Nurse - Adult Corrections-HEA001899Employment Type : Permanent Full-time

Location(s) : SK-Stoon-Saskatoon

Ministry : 073 Corrections Policing and Public Safety

Salary Range : $46.607 - $56.702HourlySalary Supplement : included in hourly salary range (in-scope)Grade : SGEU.09.

The Ministry of Corrections, Policing and Public Safety has career opportunities for self-confident, positive role models to work at the Saskatoon Correctional Centre in a permanent full-time Nurse position. The Ministry of Corrections, Policing and Public Safety is responsible for providing a fair justice system that upholds the law and protects the rights of all individuals in Saskatchewan; promotes safe and secure communities; and provides legal and justice policy advice to assist the government.

We are seeking compassionate, respectful and empathetic individuals, eager to contribute positively to the challenges of working in a Correctional Centre - professionals who will commit to teamwork and collaboration through their effective communication and interpersonal skills. Our candidates of choice will work with a team of healthcare professionals to provide direct male-patient nursing care and treatment. You will maintain accurate patient records, actively promote preventative health measures, respond to medical / psychiatric emergencies with appropriate interventions, and assess medical and mental conditions, making referrals as needed.

To be considered for this position, you will be actively registered (eligible for registration) with the Registered Psychiatric Nurses Association of Saskatchewan (RPN) or the Saskatchewan Registered Nurses Association (RN). You must have knowledge of medical and psychiatric theories and related intervention strategies; drug / alcohol withdrawal indicators and effects; communicable diseases in a correctional population; public health issues and risk factors; and knowledge of multi-cultural beliefs, values and perspectives. The successful candidate will work day / evening / weekend shifts. The hours of work fall between 07:00 and 22:30, seven days a week. There are no night shifts in the schedule at this time.

The successful candidates must be an advocate for their patients; be honest and reliable; treat everyone with dignity and respect; and be committed to the pursuit of excellence. You will exhibit leadership and professionalism, embrace diversity and equality, and be responsible and accountable.

Preference will be given to qualified equity group members who self-declare in this online application, as identified in "diversity groups" below. Diversity Groups : Aboriginal persons, Visible minority persons. Hours of Work : C - SGEU Regulated 37.33 - one day off every three weeks.

Number of Openings : 8

Closing Date : Nov 17, 2025, 5: 59: 00 AM