General Duty Nurse (N2) - Child Health - Float Pool - Repost

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated General Duty Nurse to join their Child Health Float Pool. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive nursing services to patients with complex health needs, ensuring their care and support during critical times. The position emphasizes independent nursing practice, collaboration within a healthcare team, and a commitment to the vision and values of the organization. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and their families, this opportunity offers a chance to contribute significantly to community health. Join a team that values diversity and supports professional growth!

Qualifications

• Minimum one-year pediatric nursing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of nursing care related to clinical area and standards of practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional registered nursing services for patients.
• Administer prescribed medical treatments and coordinate patient care.

Skills

Pediatric Nursing Experience

Oral and Written Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Problem-Solving Skills

Ability to Prioritize Care

Ability to Adapt to Changing Situations

Education

Graduate of an Approved Registered Nursing Education Program

Tools

Windows

Word Processing Software

Spreadsheets

Databases

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General Duty Nurse (N2) - Child Health - Float Pool - Repost

Requisition ID: 375181

Position Number: 20014211

Posting End Date: March 24, 2025

City: Winnipeg

Employer: Shared Health

Site: Health Sciences Centre

Department / Unit: Float Pool - Child Health

Job Stream: Clinical

Union: MNU

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

FTE: 0.60

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 11.63

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Position Overview

Under the general supervision of the Manager, Health Services, the Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing professional registered nursing services for patients, including those with complex and unpredictable health needs. These services include independent nursing services, administration of prescribed medical treatments, a leadership role within the healthcare team, and facilitating coordination of patient care and discharge. Demonstrates a commitment to the vision, values, goals, and objectives of the region/facility/unit.

Experience

• A minimum of one-year pediatric nursing experience preferred.
• Satisfactory employment record required.

The successful applicant must demonstrate medication calculation competency during orientation as per Children’s Hospital Policy No. 100.30.109.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Graduate of an approved Registered Nursing education program required.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Responsible for maintaining and providing proof of registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM).
• Active participation in professional associations e.g. Association of Regulated Nurses of Manitoba (ARNM) preferred.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employer policy.

Qualifications and Skills

• Knowledge of:
  • College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba Standards of Practice for Registered Nurses.
  • Canadian Nurses Association Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses.
  • Scope of practice as documented in the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA).
  • Regional/Facility/Unit policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines.
  • Nursing care knowledge related to clinical area.
  • Personal Health Information Act (PHIA), Protection of Persons in Care Act, Mental Health Act, Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS), Principles of Routine Practices (Universal Precautions) and other legislated acts.
  • Roles and responsibilities of members of the healthcare team.
  • Principles of delegation.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.
• Preference will be given to those applicants competent in an Indigenous language and/or knowledge in Indigenous customs, traditions and values.
• Demonstrated critical thinking/problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize care for an individual patient or group of patients.
• Ability to respond to a variety of simultaneous demands.
• Ability to recognize and pursue self-development opportunities.
• Ability to perform independently and as a member of the healthcare team.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations.
• Ability to maintain concentration with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to function in a demanding and stressful environment.
• Proficient with computers, software programs, and applications such as Windows and Word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

Physical Requirements

• Moderate to heavy physical effort required.

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.

Interested candidates should select the "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.