We are happy to report that SANP has had a second meeting with the Ministry regarding NP Recruitment and Retention. On 17 January 2014 Minister Weekes, Lynn Digney-Davies (Chief Nursing Officer) along with support staff met again with SANP members: Lia, Barb, & Leland. Maureen Klenk, President of CAAPN and SANP member joined the group. SANP is very happy to report this was a great opportunity for our SANP group to liaise with the Ministry and discuss real issues facing NPs. The goal of the meeting was to explore options for a provincial recruitment and retention strategy. There will be further discussions and we will keep you posted!

As a follow up to a previously posted article on our website SUN Bargaining Conference November 17 & 18, 2011 published November 20, 2011 we have posted the letter of understanding between SUN and SAHO and an interpretation update regarding RN(NP) Pay Scale Adjustments for your reference.

Letter of Understanding between Saskatchewan Union of Nurses (SUN) Saskatcewan Association of Health Organizations (SAHO)

Interpretation Update

Do you know a nurse practitioner who has made a difference in the quality of health care that patients receive? Or maybe you were mentored  by a nurse pracititioner that inspired you as you began your exciting career as a nurse practitioner. We want to hear about them. Each year we honor nurse practitioners and there dedication to the profession and the clients that they serve.

To nominated someone that you know complete the attached nomination form and submit it but the March 7, 2014 deadline.

If you have questions about the award or the nomination process contact SANP at contact_np@sasknursepractitioner.org

Nomination Form

Emergency wait times have long been a concern and NPs may be able to assist in reducing these times.  Four members of SANP met with Graham Fast from the Saskatchewan Health Quality Council on January 17^th.  Mr. Fast is the lead on the ED Waits and Patient Flow Team from the Provincial Kaizen Operational Team.  Lia Boxall (President SANP), Maureen Klenk (President CAAPN and SANP member), Barb Warkentin (Past President SANP), and Leland Sommer (President Elect SANP) met with Mr. Fast to look at ways NPs may be able to help. 

April 4, 2014

1000-1100

Travelodge Hotel and Conference Centre

Regina, SK

Nominations for the 2014 Executive are being accepted

Positions available

Treasurer

Education Chair

Regional Represenative Keewatin/Mamaweetan/Athabasca

Regional RepresenativeKelsey Trail/Sunrise/Sun Country/ Five Hills

Nomination Form

Nominations Accepted till March 21, 2014