Kindersley Hospital

Best Times to Visit

Quieter times: No historical wait time data is available for this facility. Generally, rural emergency departments tend to be quietest on weekday mornings and early afternoons. If your situation is not life-threatening, calling HealthLine 811 first can help you determine the best time and place to seek care.

Busier times: Like most emergency departments, Kindersley Hospital's ER may be busier on evenings, weekends, and holidays when the adjacent Kindersley Clinic is closed and all after-hours urgent needs funnel to the ER. If your concern is non-urgent, visiting during weekday daytime hours — or using the clinic next door — may result in a shorter wait.

About Kindersley Hospital

The Kindersley & District Health Centre — formally the Kindersley Integrated Health Care Facility — serves as the sole district hospital for Kindersley and the surrounding farming and oil and gas communities of west-central Saskatchewan. The emergency department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, staffed by Registered Nurses with access to an on-call physician around the clock for emergency assessment and stabilization. As the primary after-hours care point for the region, this ER is best suited for urgent and emergency conditions; patients requiring advanced interventions such as cesarean sections or specialized cardiac care may be stabilized and transferred to a larger regional centre.

Services & Specialties

24/7 Emergency Department with triage and on-call physician access, Emergency assessment and stabilization, Acute inpatient care (approximately 21 acute care beds), Obstetrical care for low-risk pregnancies (2 birthing rooms, no epidurals or C-sections on-site), Surgical inpatient care, Mental health and addictions outpatient services, HIV testing, Community Oncology Program of Saskatchewan (COPS) — chemotherapy by referral, Laboratory services (Mon–Fri 8am–5pm, plus after-hours for emergencies), X-ray diagnostics (Mon–Fri 8am–5pm, plus after-hours for emergencies), Ultrasound by booked appointment, Outpatient wound care, suture/staple removal, and medication infusions, Dietitian services (five days per week on-site), Diabetes Nurse Educator, Autism Spectrum Disorder support services (ages 0–18), Home Care Nursing (5 days per week), Home Support Services (7 days per week), Long-term care (Heritage Manor, 79 beds).

Amenities

• Adjacent Kindersley Clinic (primary care) at 1007 1st St W — phone 306-463-2621
• Kindersley Clinic hours: Mon–Thu 8:30am–5pm, Fri 9am–5pm
• Free on-site patient and visitor parking
• Wheelchair-accessible parking at main entrance

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Tips Before You Go

• For non-urgent health concerns after hours, call HealthLine 811 to speak with a Registered Nurse before making the trip to the ER — this can save you time if your issue can be managed at home.
• For non-emergency needs such as prescription renewals, lab requisitions, or routine care, visit the adjacent Kindersley Clinic at 1007 1st St W next door to the hospital during their business hours.
• The ER uses a triage system — patients with the most urgent conditions are seen first, regardless of arrival order. If your condition worsens while waiting, immediately notify the triage nurse.
• Laboratory and X-ray services have limited hours (Mon–Fri, 8am–5pm) for scheduled work but are available after hours for emergency cases. Plan non-urgent diagnostic appointments accordingly.
• If you are pregnant and considering delivery, note that epidurals and cesarean sections are not available on-site. Discuss your birth plan with your care provider in advance, especially if you live far from a larger centre.
• The hospital phone number is 306-463-1000 — call ahead if you have questions about whether your condition requires an ER visit or can be handled at the clinic.

What to Bring

• Saskatchewan Health Card (COP card)
• Government-issued photo ID
• List of current medications, dosages, and allergies
• Any relevant medical records, recent test results, or referral letters
• Provincial health coverage information or private insurance card if applicable
• Emergency contact name and phone number
• Comfortable clothing if a long wait or admission is possible
• Snacks, water, and entertainment (book, phone charger) for potential wait times

Frequently Asked Questions

About ER Wait Times

Emergency departments use triage. Patients with more serious conditions are seen first, regardless of arrival time.

Wait times are estimates based on Saskatchewan health data. Actual wait times may vary.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.