Nurse Practitioner

HealthCareCAN; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is hiring a Nurse Practitioner for the Primary Care Sites in Buffalo Narrows, SK. The role blends advanced nursing, diagnostic ordering, prescribing, and patient management for stable chronic conditions, within established policies and inter-professional collaboration.

Requirements include 5+ years NP experience, BScN and MN-NP, ACLS certification, and strong communication and computer skills.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years experience as a nurse practitioner.
• Interpersonal skills and effective communication are essential.
• Ability to adapt to changing conditions and use computers/software.

Skills

Experience as NP

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

BScN

MN-NP

Tools

ACLS

Job description

Expected Start Date: September 4, 2026
Union: SUN
Facility: Buffalo Narrows Health Centre
City/Town: Buffalo Narrows
Department: Primary Care Sites
Type: Permanent Full-time or Casual
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse Practitioner $52.590 to $62.910

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.

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)
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication skills to transfer knowledge/skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of diverse health issues, culture and traditions
• Ability to adapt to changing conditions
• Ability to competently use computers and software applications
• Buffalo Narrows is located approximately 246 km north of Meadow Lake
• Registered/eligible for registration with the CRNS as RN (NP)

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.

We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.

We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.

We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.

We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.