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Northern Nursing Services
Nightingale Northern Nursing Division has provided relief nursing services to government agencies and band councils in Saskatchewan , Alberta , Manitoba , British Columbia , Yukon , the Northwest Territories and Nunavut . These contracts have been on federal, provincial and tribal council levels.
Knowledgeable, experienced nurses and EMT-A/ Paramedics are able to provide the required services and promote a healthy safe environment for the client.
Who Are We?
The Nightingale Nursing Group was established in 1979 in Saskatoon , Saskatchewan , with the support and guidance of the Saskatchewan Registered Nurses' Association. We are a qualified team of professionals with a broad base of proven expertise. Together we can provide professional services, with flexibility and adaptability to the given situation.
Members are self-employed professionals who have joined together in an independent nursing practice. Practice standards are in accordance with relevant legislation, including policies and guidelines of our professional associations.
A Supportive Environment
One of Nightingale's founding principles was to keep the client at the center of consideration. This principle is still the core of the Group's practice today.
Our members are a key component of Nightingale's success. Each member brings his or her own caring, compassion and commitment to every location. The quality of care provided by our members and the holistic approach to all requests for care and services are integral to Nightingale's success.
The Northern Nursing Manager is available to provide support and guidance on a daily basis.
Educational Certification
• Clinical Assessment (recertification every three years)
Introduction to physical assessment
Hands on clinical assessment
• Venipuncture and IV therapy
• Wound assessment, closure and suturing
• CPR- BLS_C level certification ( every two years)
• Basic Trauma Life Support (BTLS) recertification every three years or Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
• ECG Interpretation
• Intermediate Life Support (ILS)
AED operation
• Pharmacy certification
• Immunization Certificate
• Certification Programs in PALS; NALS; ACLS are an asset.
Benefits of Working With Nightingale
• Variety of opportunities
• Flexible work schedules
• Travel arrangements/reimbursements
• Accommodations provided
• Contract details arranged
• 24/7 personalized service
• Education allowance
• Direct deposit
• Workers' Compensation coverage
• Employment Insurance Eligibility
• Professional Liability Insurance
• Comprehensive General Insurance
• Competitive Remuneration
Expertise and Quality
The Northern Nursing Division maintains a roster of 50 or more members who have current registrations with their provincial and /or Territorial Association. Many members are licensed to practice in several provinces and the territories.
Nurses in independent practice have opportunities to learn new skills, exercise greater control over their career, travel and experience Canada 's north, and meet colleagues in a variety of primary health care sites.
Professional Qualifications and Experience
• Current registration with the Saskatchewan Registered Nurses' Association or other provincial/ territorial association.
• Nurse Practitioner or Advanced Clinical Nursing designation is preferred.
• Minimum of two years clinical experience in acute care, community health and/ or rural hospital experience.
• Preference is given to nurses with emergency, obstetrics and pediatrics experience.
• Experience in cross-cultural settings or previous northern posting is of prime consideration.
Personal Requirements
• Current immunization record, tuberculosis screening, Hepatitis B immunization.
• Excellent health status.
• Criminal record check and/or federal security clearance.
• Must be flexible, highly motivated, self-directed, with excellent communication skills.
We are proud of our members and we value them.
Our Vision of Care:
To continue to be the best in our field while striving to develop and incorporate new practice areas into our organization.
Our motto says it all:
Caring is our Practice
Direct Inquiries to:
Mary Humen
Vice-President Nursing
620 Duchess Street
Saskatoon , SK S7K 0R1
1-800-647-7730 fax 1-888-298-9912
humanresources@nightingalenursing.ca
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