Nurse A - Registered Nurse General Duty Nurse

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)

Experience

• Minimum of one (1) year Public Health Nursing experience is an asset.

Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to analyze health issues in the context of political & social climate
• Ability to collaborate in team meetings to support client needs.
• Demonstrates flexibility by adjusting workload to accommodate client needs.
• Proven conflict resolution skills
• Uses knowledge of determinants of health in interactions with clients.
• Ability and flexibility in adapting to changing situations and environments
• Demonstrates skill in group education, individual counselling and advocacy
• High level accuracy/attention to detail required in all aspects of this position
• Uses independent judgment based on Public Health principles.
• Ability to exercise independent nursing judgement
• Knowledge of prevention used in promotion, prevention and protection of health.
• High level of accuracy in health assessment, nursing diagnosis and treatment.
• Ability to be self directed and work relatively independently
• Demonstrates application of the nursing process
• Ability to work collaboratively with team members and the community at large.
• Demonstrated knowledge in media communication and social marketing.
• Demonstrates knowledge in community development/assessment.
• Uses independent judgment based on evidence-based practice.
• Ability to utilize evidence-based practice
• Demonstrates knowledge of multiple health promotion strategies
• Willingness to adhere to established Public Health policies and procedures.
• Applies understanding of child development.
• High level of accuracy in immunization, and handling specialized equipment.
• Demonstrated knowledge in educational resource development.
• Knowledge in negotiation techniques
• Uses critical analysis, reflective practice and assessment.
• Ability to demonstrate appropriate level of professional conduct and judgement.

Other Education and Training

• Current CPR Level C
• Public Health Nursing courses
• Basic Life Support Level C Certificate (BLS-C)

Other Information

• Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)
• For more information on the city of Regina please visit https://www.regina.ca/
• Community based position provides services in clinic/home settings in PHC Regina
• Possession of a personal vehicle suitable for use in the performance of duties
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have a vehicle available for work.
• Travel allowance is provided.
• Travel required to various community sites within Regina PHC Networks