Nurse B - Public Health Nurse

Job summary

The Public Health Nurse provides nursing services within the framework of the Population Health Promotion Model and Primary Health Care. This role involves health promotion, disease prevention, and protection while collaborating with community groups and other health personnel.

Job details

Position #: 126057 Expected Start Date: October 05, 2026 Union: SUN Facility: Kindersley Health Centre City/Town: Kindersley Department: Public Health Nursing Type: Full-time temporary Expected Up to Date: September 28, 2027 FTE: 1 Shift Information: Days Number of Hours per Rotation: 224 hours per 6 weeks Relief: No Float: No Hours of Work: Field Hours Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse B $42.040 to $52.440 Travel Required: Yes Job Description: The Public Health Nurse (PHN), as an integral member of the Public Health Services team, provides nursing services within the framework of the Population Health Promotion Model and Primary Health Care. This employee works relatively independently and is expected to make primary decisions based on sound assessments in accordance with The Public Health Act, the policies of the Public Health Nursing program, the SRNA Standards of Practice, the Canadian Community Health Nursing Standards of Practice, and other relevant legislation. Inherent in this role are knowledge, skills, and abilities specific to health promotion, prevention, and protection. This employee liaises with, and refers to, other health personnel, and other sectors and community groups. Human Resources Exemption: No Experience * Minimum of one (1) year Public Health Nursing experience is an asset. Education * Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) * Course credits in community health and public health nursing are required Licenses * Valid Class 5 driver's license * Basic Life Support Health Care Provider Certificate (BLS-HCP) Competencies * Basic - Communication skills * Basic - Interpersonal skills * Basic - Organizational skills * Basic - Computer skills * Basic - Decision making skills Knowledge and Abilities * Communicate effectively orally and written with clients of varying ages * Ability to communicate with clients from diverse backgrounds * Health Promotion strategies include building healthy public policy * Demonstrates skill in group education, individual counselling and advocacy * High level of accuracy in health assessment, nursing diagnosis and treatment. * Knowledge in community development * Ability to work collaboratively with team members and the community at large. * Negotiation, conflict resolution and mediation skills. * Ability to build and maintain relationships based on accountability. * Demonstrates flexibility by adjusting workload to accommodate client needs. * Establish and maintain good interpersonal relationships * Knowledge in health equity and impact of poverty and risk conditions on health * Ability to demonstrate initiative, independent judgment & organizational skills * Willingness to adhere to established Public Health policies and procedures. * Uses independent judgment based on evidence-based practice. * Ability to promote healthy lifestyles with diverse populations * Ability to assume responsibility and work independently * Knowledge of facilitation strategies * Ability to analyze health issues in the context of political & social climate Other Information * Travel required * For more information on the town of Kindersley please visit https://www.kindersley.ca/ * Kindersley is located approximately 200 km west of Saskatoon * Evening and weekend work may be required * May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives * Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS) 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. Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search. > 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. Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

What you’ll do

The Public Health Nurse provides nursing services within the framework of the Population Health Promotion Model and Primary Health Care. This role involves health promotion, disease prevention, and protection while collaborating with community groups and other health personnel.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) and be registered or eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan. A valid Class 5 driver's license and Basic Life Support Health Care Provider Certificate are also required.

Listed skills

• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Decision Making · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Conflict Resolution · Preferred
• Community development · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Public health nursing
• Health promotion
• Health assessment
• Nursing diagnosis
• Individual counselling
• Group education
• Advocacy
• Community development
• Conflict resolution
• Mediation
• Evidence-based practice
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Organizational skills
• Computer skills
• Decision making
• Community Health Nursing
• Bachelor Of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Accountability
• Organizational Skills
• Valid Driver's License
• Cultural Responsiveness
• Anesthesia
• Reconciliation
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Decision Making
• Communication
• Community Development
• Community Health
• Public Health
• Computer Literacy
• Conflict Resolution
• Evidence-Based Practice
• Health Assessment
• Health Equity
• Health Promotion
• Interpersonal Communications
• Publicly Funded Health Care
• Negotiation
• Nursing Diagnosis
• Nursing
• Postherpetic Neuralgia
• Population Health
• Primary Health Care
• Public Health Laws
• Public Health Nursing
• Public Policies

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Government & Public Sector
• Public Health Nurse
• Public / Community Health Nurse
• Nursing Professionals
• Registered Nurses