Exciting News: The Registered Psychiatric Nurses Association of Saskatchewan has changed its name!
We are proud to announce that, effective January 1, 2025, the Registered Psychiatric Nurses Association of Saskatchewan (RPNAS) is now officially the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRPNS). Our team has already begun updating our logo, website, documents, and other materials. We anticipate that this transition will be completed by the end of […]
Career Opportunity
Policy Analyst Location: Regina (work through remote working arrangements will be considered)Employment Type: Temporary Full time for 12 monthsPosting Date: January 3, 2025Closing Date: January 31, 2025Hours of Work: 35 hours/weekRate of Pay: Salary and benefits as per terms and conditions of employment The College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRPNS) – formerly the […]
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Registration Renewal Information
Important dates: Registration renewal will begin on October 15, 2024. The deadline for renewal with no penalty is midnight on December 1, 2024. Anyone submitting their renewal between December 2 – December 31 will be subject to a $150 late fee. All renewals must be submitted before midnight on December 1, 2024 to ensure processing […]
National Day of Truth and Reconciliation
On September 30th we recognize the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. We come together to honor and remember the Indigenous children whose lives were lost and the survivors of the residential school system. This day is an important reminder of our collective responsibility to acknowledge the painful history of these institutions and to support […]
RPNAS Updated Bylaws – Effective July 5, 2024
RPNAS is pleased to present our updated bylaws, which reflect recent legislative changes and enhance our regulatory framework. Here are some highlights of the key changes that were made: These updates are vital to maintaining our commitment to excellence in psychiatric nursing practice and ensuring compliance with current regulations. Please find the updated bylaws document […]
RPNAS Guideline Documents
The RPNAS is pleased to share 2 guideline documents that will assist you in your practice: The Registered Psychiatric Nurse Beyond Entry Level Competencies Practice Guideline provides direction for RPNs on the safe implementation of RPN beyond entry level competencies. The guideline may also be used by RPNs, employers, and interprofessional team collaborators to support […]
RPNAS Statement: Long-Term Care (LTC) -Authorized Prescriptions
RPNAS Statement: Long-Term Care (LTC) – Authorized Prescriptions On January 24, 2024, the Saskatchewan College of Pharmacy Professionals (SCPP) released a statement identifying an interpretation of legislation applicable to Pharmacy Professionals. Provincially, each regulatory body has legislation which indicates who may provide and receive orders/authorizations/prescriptions. The statement identifies who Pharmacists may receive orders from regarding […]
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2023 Annual Report
RPNAS is pleased to present the 2023 Annual Report.