Nurse A - Registered Nurse General Duty Nurse

Position #: 151137

Expected Start Date: September 14, 2026

Union: SUN

Facility: Cypress Regional Hospital

City/Town: Swift Current

Department: Integrated Nursing Unit

Type: Part-time regular

FTE: 0.47

Shift Information: Days, Nights, Weekends

Number of Hours per Rotation: 6 shifts of 11.78 hours per 4 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: Extended Shift Hours (11.78)

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse A $38.580 to $50.070

Travel Required: No

Job Description: The Registered Nurse (RN) provides safe, competent, and evidence-based nursing care within a client- and family-centered model. Working both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, the RN conducts assessments, develops and implements care plans, provides health education, and supports clients across diverse social, economic, cultural, and age groups. The RN practices in accordance with the standards of the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS), the Canadian Nurses Association Code of Ethics, and the mission, philosophy, and objectives of the Saskatchewan Health Authority.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)

Licenses

• Basic Life Support Health Care Provider Certificate (BLS-HCP)

Other Education and Training

• Nursing diploma is acceptable

Competencies

• Decision making skills
• Organizational skills
• Time management skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to balance the needs and interests of diverse groups
• "Ability to work independently to plan and prioritize workload demands. "
• Uses independent judgment based on Public Health principles.  
• Responsible for accurate observation/documentation of patient related info.
• Conflict resolution skills to effectively handle difficult issues
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office programs (Word/Excel/Outlook)
• Knowledge in critical thinking processes
• Knowledge in LEAN management system
• Communicate effectively orally and written socio-economic status
• Makes independent clinical judgment based on evidence based best practice
• Working knowledge in health promotion
• Sensitive and understanding of diverse cultural aspects of population served
• Ability to conduct assessments/prioritize client needs/develop treatment plans 
• Knowledge in population and public health concepts
• Effective interpersonal relationship skills
• Ability to coach, mentor and develop others
• Knowledge in Infection Prevention and Control standards
• Demonstrated clinical competency
• Competent critical thinking/judgement/autonomous decision making capabilities
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development
• Works independently, effectively and cooperatively with a multidisciplinary team
• Knowledge of CRNS standards for nursing practice

Other Information

• For more information on the city of Swift Current please visit http://www.swiftcurrent.ca/
• High level of accuracy is required in handling specialized equipment
• Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)
• Nursing experience in Chronic Disease Management is desired.
• Valid driver's license, where required
• Practices with Canadian Nurses Association Code of Ethics
• May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives
• Supports the mission/philosophy/objectives of the Saskatchewan Health Authority
• High level of accuracy required in health assessment/nursing diagnosis/treatment
• Scheduled hours of work may be reduced when a statutory holiday is recognized