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Description

Employer Job Number: GO-00761789
Facility: Royal University Hospital
Job Description: The Primary Health Nurse Practitioner RN(NP) is an advanced practice nurse with knowledge and skills gained through additional education and experience. The Nurse Practitioner blends an in-depth knowledge of nursing with the legal authority and autonomy to order diagnostic tests, prescribe pharmaceuticals and perform specific procedures in the management and treatment of common acute illnesses and stable chronic conditions. The RN(NP) practices within a framework of evidence-based primary care, holism, health promotion, and disease and injury prevention. The practice involves building partnerships with individuals, families, and communities. This includes community needs assessments; supporting inter-professional collaboration; and participating in continuous improvements through evaluative processes/projects.
Required Qualifications

Bachelor Degree in Nursing
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Must possess a valid Saskatchewan drivers license and have access to a reliable vehicle
Registered or eligible for registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS) as an RN (NP) or RN (GNP)
Experience
3 years experience as a Registered Nurse required. 2 years nursing experience in an an advanced RN(NP) Role. Previous experience in Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Program area and Primary Health Setting preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to apply research to nursing practice
Ability to communicate with and maintain an effective working relationship with clients from diverse social, economic and cultural backgrounds
Ability to travel both within the region and provincially
Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-discipli
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